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NeCede's

Maxim 1.5.252

Where the law gives a right, it gives a remedy to recover.

Lou le ley done chose, la ceo done remedie a vener a ceo.

Source: 2 Rol. R. 17; Wharton Difficulty 3/5 — Intermediate

Explanation

Every legal right carries with it a corresponding remedy — a right without a means of enforcement is no right at all.

Where this applies

  • A right exists but no legal mechanism to enforce it.
  • Someone has a clear legal right but cannot find a way to protect it in court.

Legal domains

inheritanceproperty

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 1.5.252 — Where the law gives a right, it gives a remedy to recover. — 2 Rol. R. 17; Wharton (Lou le ley done chose, la ceo done remedie a vener a ceo.)

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