Based on an earlier discussion of 32 problem areas of economic law (Kluwer Law International, 2004), Karl M. Meessen develops a theory of economic law under the competition-of-systems paradigm in order to take a fresh look at its various components. (Published in German.)

Die Erschließung des japanischen Marktes ist für Neulinge häufig nur in Anlehnung an japanische Partner möglich. Die generelle Tendenz zur Internationalisierung der japanischen Wirtschaft hat die Möglichkeiten zur Zusammenarbeit für leistungsstarke deutsche Unternehmen verbessert. Zu den...

Individual responsibility, the counterpart of individual freedom, is a fundamental principle of our (private) legal order. The contributions in this volume discuss the general principle on an interdisciplinary scale and its relevance in current private law. (Published in German.)

The purpose of this volume is to remember the life and works of Hans Großmann-Doerth. In addition to introductory comments about his relationship to the Freiburg School, it contains the first comprehensive biographical portrayal as well as a systematic analysis of central questions. (Published...

The subject 'Economic Analysis of Treaties' is assessed from various angles: The empirical evidence is discussed here, new theoretical approaches are reviewed, consequences for economic policies are considered. (Published in German.)

Im Rahmen von privaten Krankenversicherungsverträgen werden Altersrückstellungen gebildet, um den sonst eintretenden Prämienanstieg im Alter deutlich zu begrenzen. Die erwarteten Krankheitskosten steigen mit dem Alter aus zwei Gründen: 1.) auch für grundsätzlich gesunde Individuen erfolgt...

"In many countries, employment services are contracted out to private providers. However, there is little evidence on the contract design as well as on the effects of differential pricing on private provider performance. This paper contributes to the literature by presenting detailed information...