Magánjoggal

Magánjoggal refers to private law in Hungarian legal terminology. It encompasses the body of law that governs the relationships between private individuals or entities, as opposed to public law which deals with the state and its relationship with individuals or other states. Private law aims to regulate interactions and resolve disputes that arise in the private sphere, ensuring fairness and order.

The core of private law is found in civil law. Hungarian civil law, influenced by continental legal traditions, covers a wide array of subjects. This includes contract law, which governs agreements between parties; property law, dealing with ownership and rights over assets; family law, concerning marriage, divorce, and child custody; and tort law (or delictual liability), which addresses civil wrongs and compensation for harm caused. It also includes inheritance law, regulating the transfer of property upon death.

The principles of private law are generally characterized by equality between parties, autonomy of will, and the protection of individual rights. Disputes within the realm of magánjoggal are typically resolved through civil courts, where parties can seek remedies such as damages, specific performance, or injunctions. The overarching goal is to provide a legal framework that facilitates private transactions, protects personal interests, and maintains social harmony by establishing clear rights and obligations.