2007-06-03 22:44:04 · 2 answers · asked by moe 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Their key influences in many civil cases is they send a clear message that some illegal, unethical, or malpractice is not going to be tolerated. It is a reality check for some CEO's who think they can get away with murder!
One Love Canal is enough, though we have had thousands dumping toxic chemicals in our drinking water, and others just plain screwing people! They still haven't stopped!
They also send messages to the system that certain issues should not be laws as they will not find them. Jury nullification is an important side issue!
2007-06-03 22:54:30 · answer #1 · answered by cantcu 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When real people decide the facts in court cases, that limits the ability of the government (originally, the king) to dictate results. It is a check on the power of the government.
2007-06-04 03:13:32 · answer #2 · answered by BR 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋