The Application of Teachings by the International Court of Justice

Helmersen examines the significance of teachings in the decision-making of judges at the International Court of Justice, suggests why judges do (or do not) use teachings, and compares how the Court's practice differs from other courts.

1. Introduction; 2. The ICJ statute article 38(1); 3. The general role of teachings in the ICJ; 4. Variations between works; 5. Variations between judges; 6. Concluding reflections; Appendices; Bibliography; Index.