Hyeyeon John

All questions Year in review Article 217-2 of the Civil Procedure Act stipulates that Korean courts cannot recognise foreign judgments on damages if they significantly contradict the foundational principles of Korean laws or international treaties to which Korea is a signatory. This provision seeks to restrict the recognition of foreign judgments mandating compensation that surpasses compensatory damages.

All questions Introduction This chapter was first published in January 2024. Be advised that some of the below content may no longer apply. The structure of the law and the courts The Korean legal system is fundamentally structured around the principles of civil law, distinguishing itself from common law systems by its lack of stare decisis. This means that past judicial decisions do not serve as binding precedents for future cases, emphasising the role of statutes over case law.