Law ceases where abuse begins: A study of the principle of abuse of rights in the EU as regards to freedom of establishment and free movement of persons
The doctrine of abuse of rights in a general sense is not a new one. According to some scholars it can be traced back to as early as Roman law and statements by Praetor Cicéro regarding the purchase of property. The influence of Roman law can be seen in many Member States today and the theory of abuse of law has lived on in many states such as France. However, the doctrine of abuse in EU law is a
