Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5092225 Journal of Comparative Economics 2013 13 Pages PDF
Abstract
► We examine 1990-2005 data on per capita motor vehicle ownership, obesity and legal heritage. ► Motor vehicle ownership and obesity are strongly associated in common law but not civil law countries. ► This effect is robust to a variety of cross-section and panel data econometric methods. ► Our finding contrasts with evidence suggesting common law systems achieve better economic outcomes.
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Does legal heritage affect obesity? The channel of motor vehicle dependence
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