Economic analysis and law

defense of a methodology

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22199/issn.0718-9753-2021-0010

Keywords:

Law and economics, Rational choice, Efficiency

Abstract

The methodological and normative foundations of the economic analysis of law are critically addressed, sets forth its main challenges and presents some preliminary assessments. In particular, the model of rational choice, the proposal of value neutrality, the concept of efficiency, and the reasons that could justify the use of efficiency as a social policy guide are discussed in the article. Thus, it’s possible to realize that economic analysis of law provides a new research program with its theoretical framework, methodology and analytical tools.

Author Biography

Hugo Alberto Osorio Morales, Universidad Austral de Chile.

Profesor de Derecho Tributario y Economía. 

Juez Tributario y Aduanero, Región de Los Ríos.

Master of international Taxation, The University of Sydney.

Magíster en Tributación, Universidad de Chile. 

Doctorando en Derecho, Mención Constitucionalismo y Derecho, Universidad Austral de Chile.

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Published

2021-05-05

How to Cite

Osorio Morales, H. A. (2021). Economic analysis and law: defense of a methodology. Revista De Derecho (Coquimbo. En línea), 28, e3209. https://doi.org/10.22199/issn.0718-9753-2021-0010

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