Yes, laws do matter. Were it otherwise civil courts would have lots of free time. The legal system isn't known for being the corruption oasis that movies make it out to be.

> Were it otherwise civil courts would have lots of free time.

Laws don't have to matter for you to waste a court's time. In fact dragging out court cases is a common legal tactic.

> The legal system isn't known for being the corruption oasis that movies make it out to be.

Your experience differs from mine. It also differs from most lawyers I know. Lawyers aren't famous for drinking heavily because they think they're making the world a better place.

Why do you think the court system works? What country do you live in?