The principle by which judges are bound to precedents is known as stare decisis. Black's Law Dictionary defines precedent as a rule of law established for the first time by a court for a particular type of case and thereafter referred to in deciding similar cases..
Oak Island is a seaside town located mostly on the barrier island of Oak Island (which also contains the town of Caswell Beach), in Brunswick County, North Carolina.
Oak Island is known for fresh Blue Crab and North Carolina Shrimp. Caswell Beach: Caswell Beach was named after historic Fort Caswell which is located at the top of the island. Caswell Beach is home to the brightest lighthouse in the United States located near the Oak Island Coast Guard Station.ak Island is known for fresh Blue Crab and North Carolina Shrimp. Caswell Beach: Caswell Beach was named after historic Fort Caswell which is located at the top of the island. Caswell Beach is home to the brightest lighthouse in the United States located near the Oak Island Coast Guard Station.