Title: What Are Tribal Courts? | Parnall & Adams Law
Headings: What Are Tribal Courts?
What Are Tribal Courts?
Types Of Cases Handle In Tribal Courts
Jurisdictional Issues
Land Issues
638 Contract Issues
Insurance Issues
Employee and Personnel Issues
Compliance Issues
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Content: Most tribes have their own methods of government while also being subject to certain U.S. laws, making their legal system particularly complex and requiring specially-trained attorneys, judges, and other legal personnel to properly adjudicate each case. In most instances, legal issues falling under tribal jurisdiction are decided in the tribal court system, which is equipped to handle them while considering all applicable state, federal and tribal laws to which the case may be subject. Though these courts are designed to ensure that tribal rights are represented, they deliver impartial decisions while considering all evidence and circumstances surrounding each case. Types Of Cases Handle In Tribal Courts
Tribal courts handle a wide variety of cases, some of which are particular to Native American tribes. Others relate more broadly to common legal issues, such as insurance matters and employment, though each one is considered through the lens of tribal jurisdiction. Working with an attorney who understands how tribal courts operate and handle each type of case ensures that you’ll receive the best support possible when dealing with the following situations. Jurisdictional Issues
Native American sovereignty and jurisdiction have often been challenged, resulting in legal battles over encroachment and unlawful infringement on rights. Tribal courts handle cases related to tax issues, intergovernmental agreements, and other forms of litigation related to tribal rights, ensuring rights are upheld and taken into proper consideration. Land Issues
More and more businesses are taking advantage of the opportunity to do business on tribal land. While this represents intriguing new economic options for tribes and companies alike, it also opens the door for issues related to land use.