Although it is not written or verbalized, this could be considered a contract. Without the law, a contract would not be binding or valid. ... It helps us to consistently base our decisions on the patterns of social morality that we see within society. ...
But it is not yet a separate social being that should have separate social rights. ... It is not ones duty to save the life of another unless one chose to volunteer to take on the responsibility to do so, as a lifeguard does on contracting to save lives at a swimming pool. ... Moreover, the act of intercourse is not a contract for pregnancy. ...
The first function of law is to enforce social control. ... These laws are made according to social conditions and attitudes that are constantly changing. ... The next function of law is to maintain the social order of a society. ... Without laws governing certain business practices such as contracts, the free enterprise system would fall apart taking the American economy with it. ... Laws are made to enforce social control, express public opinion and morality, deter criminal behavior, punish wrongdoing, maintain the social order, and to discourage revenge. ...
Its appeal mostly comes from the fact that it focuses on social reform and changing unjust laws and policies. ... The most beneficial aspect of Utilitarianism in my opinion is the fact that it is a moral theory with the main focus on social reform. ... Expecting them to follow a social contract whose main purpose is to maximize the amount of people experiencing pleasure would not be reasonable. ... Overall, while the idea of equality for all and endorsing social justice is appealing, there is not enough proof in the foundation of this theory. ... Few would argue that social reform is a bad ide...
Private law deals with problems that relate to such things as the loaning of money, divorce, a contract, or an accidental harming of another individual. ... Justice is loosely defined as an end result that should achieve social happiness and create the best possible relationship between man and state however, no matter how the law is perceived justice is not in it. ...
