1. How does a persuasive precedent differ from a binding precedent and are courts always bound by such precedents? a. What are the three main methods in which the doctrine of precedent operates within a legal system?

What do you predict for the future of the Supreme Court?

In this chapter, we stated that the doctrine of stare decisis "became a cornerstone of the English and American judicial systems." What does stare decisis mean, and why has this doctrine been so fundamental to the development of our legal tradition? Also, what is the name commonly given to our legal tradition, as inherited from the English system?

How do administrative agencies interact with the public and stakeholders affected by their decisions?

Please tell me what Stare decisis is? Also, what is case law? common law? And, finally what is legal reasoning? Please provide with an example.

How does the Court hierarchy impact on the development of our law?

Write a summary of the Commerce Clause and its effect on business activity, discussing the evolution of the Commerce Clause after reading: Gibbons v. Ogden, 22 U.S. 1 (1824); Wickard v. Filburn, 317 U.S. 111 (1942); Heart of Atlanta Motel Inc. v. United States, 379 U.S. 241 (1964);and United States v. Alfonso D. Lopez, Jr., 514 U.S. 549 (1995).

Try to say some of the reasons the dissenting justices argue that the majority opinion is flawed.

Does the concept of judicial interpretation of the law mean that judges can make whatever law they wish? And, how can courts remain flexible, if they are required to follow precedent?

Describe the sources of environmental law, and differences between common law and statutory law?