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Book SynopsisThis book contends that the right of access to justice (at national and international levels) constitutes a basic cornerstone of the international protection of human rights, and conforms a true right to the Law. It amounts, lato sensu, to the right to the realization of justice. In such understanding, it comprises not only the formal access to a tribunal or judge, but also respect for the guarantees of due process of law, the right to a fair trial, and to reparations (whenever they are due), and the faithful execution of judgments. On its part, the right to an effective domestic remedy is a basic pillar of the rule of law in a democratic society. In its part, the right of international individual petition, together with the safeguard of the integrity of international jurisdiction, constitute the basic foundations of the emancipation of the individual vis-à-vis his own State. This is a domain that has undergone a remarkable development in recent years. It is submitted that the right of
Trade ReviewThe book has profound substance and definitely makes a contribution not only to existing, but probably also to future, legal scholarship. It is well suited for international human rights courses at postgraduate university level and could also be an important guide for international human rights practitioners. * Johannes van Aggelen, Leiden Journal of International Law *
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION; CONCLUSION; BIBLIOGRAPHY
