Fact finding in civil proceedings : A comparative analysis of the roles of judges, lawyers and litigants / Cindy Seinen [and three others].

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Seinen, C. J.-A., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Civil procedure.

Comparative law.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (184 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Den Haag, Netherlands : Nederlandse Vereniging voor Procesrecht, [2024]

Summary:

This publication, part of the NVvP series, explores the intricacies of fact-finding in civil proceedings through a comparative analysis of the roles of judges, lawyers, and litigants across the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and France. It is based on reports and studies conducted by recognized legal experts, including Judge C.J-A. Seinen and Professors C. Gomille, W. Vandenbussche, and F. Rouvière. The book addresses key issues such as the extent of documentation required to initiate proceedings, the application of nemo tenetur in civil law, and the responsibility of truthfulness in legal proceedings. Aimed at legal professionals and scholars, the work is intended to stimulate debate and inform proposed changes to Dutch civil evidence law. The publication also serves as a resource for understanding legal practices across different jurisdictions. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Introduction

Summary Answers

Dutch Law

German Law

Belgian Law

French Law

Joint Analysis

1. Is There a Duty to Tell the Truth

If So, Is It Upheld?

2. Does a Form of Nemo Tenetur Apply in Civil Law?

3. How Comprehensive Must the Document Initiating the Proceedings Be?

4. What Is the Role of the Judge in Fact-Finding?

Annex: Questionnaire

Procesrechtelijke reeks NVVP.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Seinen, Cindy Fact Finding in Civil Proceedings

ISBN:

9789400114227

OCLC:

1443082901