In as many dimensions as possible (ie. who makes them, their purpose, etc.) please answer in a couple of paragraphs the difference between a law and a regulation.
A law is a legal document setting forth rules governing a particular kind of activity. Laws are created to build a sense of order for societies and hold people accountable for their actions. Without laws, people would be free to act in anyway that they seem fit regardless of the implications it may have on individuals or society as a whole. Laws are created by the legislative branch of the government and must have both the President and Congress agree before it can be passed.
A regulation is a rule designed to control the conduct of those to whom it applies. Regulations are official rules and have to be followed. Much like laws, regulations are created with the purpose of building a sense of order for those involved. While laws are created by the government, a regulation may be created by anybody who wishes to standardize a way for which an activity should be done.
While both are created with the intent of being followed, breaking a law subjects a person to criminal punishment or civil liability. Regulations are designed merely to guide an activity, or in the case of a law, carry out the intent of a law.
Law Related Article: http://sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/mlb/news/story?id=6055248
Former USC running back Stafon Johnson is suing USC alleging negligence on behalf of his former strength coach following a weightlifting accident that threatened Johnson's life and football career. I find this article interesting because at first ESPN reported Johnson lost grip of the bar causing the bar to drop and land on his throat, but now Johnson's lawyer is saying the bar was knocked out of his hands. While I can't be certain because I was not their during the incident, I believe Johnson is just trying to get some kind of positive out of an incident that jeopardized his football career by blaming USC for the problem and making a lot of money in the process.
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