Research Handbook On Marriage Cohabitation And The Law

Author : Rebecca Probert,Sharon Thompson
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-21
Category : Law
ISBN : 1802202641

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Research Handbook on Marriage, Cohabitation and the Law by Rebecca Probert,Sharon Thompson Pdf

This insightful Research Handbook provides an international perspective on the key legal debates surrounding marriage and cohabitation. Drawing on the expertise of established and emerging scholars, a comparative approach is used to analyse cross-jurisdictional trends and divergences in relationship recognition and family formation. Chapter authors explore the contested meanings and changing boundaries of marriage, the scope and role of alternative opt-in regimes, and the justification for conferring rights and responsibilities based on intimate relationships. Responding to the rising numbers of couples cohabiting without formalising their relationship, contributors examine how legal systems should respond to these changing patterns of relationships, and what it means to be a 'family' in different societies. Ultimately, they argue against imposing a particular view of what marriage should be, showcasing the importance of a diverse range of views and perspectives on the topic. The Research Handbook on Marriage, Cohabitation and the Law presents a comprehensive overview of the field, and will be an invaluable resource for students and scholars of family law, law and gender, and law and society. It will also be an essential guide for policy-makers and legal practitioners seeking insights into the processes of family formation across jurisdictions.

Author : Rebecca Probert,Sharon Thompson
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 495 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2024-05-02
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781802202656

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Research Handbook on Marriage, Cohabitation and the Law by Rebecca Probert,Sharon Thompson Pdf

This insightful Research Handbook provides a global perspective on key legal debates surrounding marriage and cohabitation. Bringing together an impressive array of established and emerging scholars, it adopts a comparative approach to analyse cross-jurisdictional trends and divergences in relationship recognition and family formation.

Author : Anne Barlow,Simon Duncan,Grace James,Alison Park
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2005-06-23
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781847310101

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Cohabitation, Marriage and the Law by Anne Barlow,Simon Duncan,Grace James,Alison Park Pdf

Unmarried heterosexual cohabitation is rapidly increasing in Britain and over a quarter of children are now born to unmarried cohabiting parents. This is not just an important change in the way we live in modern Britain; it is also a political and theoretical marker. Some commentators see cohabitation as evidence of selfish individualism and the breakdown of the family, while others see it as just a less institutionalised way in which people express commitment and build their families. Politically, 'stable' families are seen as crucial - but does stability simply mean marriage? At present the law in Britain retains important distinctions in the way it treats cohabiting and married families and this can have deleterious effects on the welfare of children and partners on cohabitation breakdown or death of a partner. Should the law be changed to reflect this changing social reality? Or should it - can it - be used to direct these changes? Using findings from their recent Nuffield Foundation funded study, which combines nationally representative data with in-depth qualitative work, the authors examine public attitudes about cohabitation and marriage, provide an analysis of who cohabits and who marries, and investigate the extent and nature of the 'common law marriage myth' (the false belief that cohabitants have similar legal rights to married couples). They then explore why people cohabit rather than marry, what the nature of their commitment is to one another and chart public attitudes to legal change. In the light of this evidence, the book then evaluates different options for legal reform.

Author : Lloyd R. Cohen,Joshua D. Wright
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780857930644

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Research Handbook on the Economics of Family Law by Lloyd R. Cohen,Joshua D. Wright Pdf

Those not learned in the economic arts believe that economics is either solely or essentially concerned with commercial relations. And, so it was, originally. Then, in the second half of the 20th century, economists began applying their minimalist but sturdy tools to other human activities such as marriage, child-bearing, crime, religion and social groups. In this spirit, the Research Handbook on the Economics of Family Law gives us a series of original essays by distinguished scholars in economics, law or both. The essays represent a variety of approaches to the field. Many contain extensive surveys of the literature with respect to the particular question they address. Some employ empirical economics, others are more narrowly legal. They have in common one thing: each scholar employs a core economic tool or insight to shed light on some aspect of family law and social institutions broadly understood. Topics covered include: divorce, child support, infant feeding, abortion access, prostitution, the decline in marriage, birth control and incentives for partnering. This comprehensive and enlightening volume will be a valuable reference for those interested in law and economics generally and family law in particular.

Author : International Society on Family Law
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Children
ISBN : UCSC:32106005227274

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Marriage and Cohabitation in Contemporary Societies by International Society on Family Law Pdf

"An international and interdisciplinary study."--T.p.

Author : Marvin B. Sussman,Suzanne K. Steinmetz,Gary W. Peterson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 874 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1999-01-31
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0306457547

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Handbook of Marriage and the Family by Marvin B. Sussman,Suzanne K. Steinmetz,Gary W. Peterson Pdf

A host of scholars in sociology, communications, human development, economics, history, and psychology join Sussman (Union Institute, Cincinnati, OH), Steinmetz (Indiana U.) and Peterson (Arizona State U.) to complete this volume on marriage and the family. Articles reflect a broad range of interests, discussing such topics as demography, ethnic variation in the family, divorce, adolescence in contemporary families, work, religion, law, communication, abuse and violence, and sexuality. The book also includes a variety of articles on theories and methods of family research and marital and family therapy. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.

Author : University of Alberta. Institute of Law Research and Reform
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:424060987

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Towards Reform of the Law Relating to Cohabitation Outside Marriage by University of Alberta. Institute of Law Research and Reform Pdf

Author : Russell Sandberg,Norman Doe,Bronach Kane,Caroline Roberts
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781784714857

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Research Handbook on Interdisciplinary Approaches to Law and Religion by Russell Sandberg,Norman Doe,Bronach Kane,Caroline Roberts Pdf

Following 9/11, increased attention has been given to the place of religion in the public sphere. Across the world, Law and Religion has developed as a sub-discipline and scholars have grappled with the meaning and effect of legal texts upon religion. The questions they ask, however, cannot be answered by reference to Law alone therefore their work has increasingly drawn upon work from other disciplines. This Research Handbook assists by providing introductory but provocative essays from experts on a range of concepts, perspectives and theories from other disciplines, which can be used to further Law and Religion scholarship.

Author : Hanoch Dagan,Benjamin C. Zipursky
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-12-25
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781788971621

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Research Handbook on Private Law Theory by Hanoch Dagan,Benjamin C. Zipursky Pdf

This comprehensive Research Handbook provides an unparalleled overview of contemporary private law theory. Featuring original contributions by leading experts in the field, its extensive examinations of the core areas of contracts, property and torts are complemented by an exploration of a breadth of topics that cross the divide between private and public law, including labor law and corporate law.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 1472563379

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Cohabitation, Marriage and the Law by Anonim Pdf

Unmarried opposite-sex cohabitation is rapidly increasing in Britain. Using findings from a recent study, combining a nationally representative analysis of cohabitation and marriage with indepth qualitative data, this book explores public attitudes to cohabitation, marriage and the 'common-law marriage' myth.

Author : John Eekelaar,Rob George
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 548 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-26
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781000096507

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Routledge Handbook of Family Law and Policy by John Eekelaar,Rob George Pdf

Changes in family structures, demographics, social attitudes and economic policies over the last 60 years have had a large impact on family lives and correspondingly on family law. The Second Edition of this Handbook draws upon recent developments to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date global perspective on the policy challenges facing family law and policy round the world. The chapters apply legal, sociological, demographic and social work research to explore the most significant issues that have been commanding the attention of family law policymakers in recent years. Featuring contributions from renowned global experts, the book draws on multiple jurisdictions and offers comparative analysis across a range of countries. The book addresses a range of issues, including the role of the state in supporting families and protecting the vulnerable, children’s rights and parental authority, sexual orientation, same-sex unions and gender in family law, and the status of marriage and other forms of adult relationships. It also focuses on divorce and separation and their consequences, the relationship between civil law and the law of minority groups, refugees and migrants and the movement of family members between jurisdictions along with assisted conception, surrogacy and adoption. This advanced-level reference work will be essential reading for students, researchers and scholars of family law and social policy as well as policymakers in the field.

Author : Jane Lewis,John Simons
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Divorce
ISBN : 184099018X

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Marriage, Cohabitation and the Law by Jane Lewis,John Simons Pdf

Author : Nigel Lowe,Claire Fenton-Glynn
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 437 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2023-01-20
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781800883260

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Research Handbook on Adoption Law by Nigel Lowe,Claire Fenton-Glynn Pdf

Bringing together scholars from a wide range of disciplines, this captivating and judicious Research Handbook provides diverse perspectives on the law and practice of adoption. It examines how adoption laws differ between countries and cultures, and the ongoing effects of adoption on the child, the birth parent(s), and the adoptive parent(s).

Author : Katarina Trimmings,Sharon Shakargy,Claire Achmad
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 547 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2024-03-14
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781802207651

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Research Handbook on Surrogacy and the Law by Katarina Trimmings,Sharon Shakargy,Claire Achmad Pdf

This essential Research Handbook provides a multifaceted exploration of surrogacy and the law, examining a variety of critical yet under-researched perspectives including globalisation, power, gender, sexual orientation, genetics, human rights and family relations. It covers four distinct topics: surrogacy and rights, the interplay between surrogacy and different areas of the law, cross-border aspects, and regional perspectives.

Author : Susan A. Bandes,Jody L. Madeira,Kathryn D. Temple,Emily Kidd White
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781788119085

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Research Handbook on Law and Emotion by Susan A. Bandes,Jody L. Madeira,Kathryn D. Temple,Emily Kidd White Pdf

This illuminating Research Handbook analyses the role that emotions play and ought to play in legal reasoning and practice, rejecting the simplistic distinction between reason and emotion.