Routledge - The Right to Equality in European Human Rights Law

A right to equality and non-discrimination is a foundation of democratic legal systems. However, without a clear identification of the human interest that equality aims to protect, the concept can be dismissed as morally empty. This academic work addresses this gap by arguing that understanding the human interest behind equality is possible through the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) and the European Court of Justice (ECJ). This book provides a deep analysis of how the prohibition of discrimination has evolved. By comparing the legal approaches of the ECtHR and the ECJ, it offers a detailed look at the quest for substance in European human rights law. It serves as a vital resource for legal scholars, students, and practitioners seeking to understand the practical application of equality principles within the European judicial framework. Strengthen your understanding of how human rights are upheld and defended in modern European courts.