Law

The book takes up the ongoing debates about the concept of the legal relationship and confirms its presence at all levels of law. The approach, based on a legal relationship opens up new perspectives at key issues of legal theory, doctrine and practice as well as contributes to the emergence of a field of study focusing on the legal relationship.

Under German law, surviving dependants receive comparatively low compensation in cases of wrongful death, which is often criticized as »killing at no cost.« Julien Schickling demonstrates that Japanese law can provide important impulses for further development, particularly with regard to dispute resolution practice.

Martin Fertmann reveals how Meta's Oversight Board is emerging as a key actor in shaping international human rights standards in content moderation. Based on extensive document analysis, he shows how private regulatory structures are shifting toward greater normativity and accountability.

Moritz Simon Knöferl examines the prerequisites and scope of the legal protection of cultural landscapes within the tension between municipal planning autonomy and the energy transition. The focus lies on a doctrinal analysis of protection mandates and instruments, as well as their effectiveness in the context of land-use competition.