Sources of law England and Wales

In health and safety, the legal definition of negligence, duty of care and terms such as practicable and as far as is reasonably practicable are all based on legal judgements and form part of the common law. Common law also provides the foundation for most civil claims made on health and safety issues. 

In summary, criminal law seeks to protect everyone in society whereas civil law seeks to recompense the individual citizen. 

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