Terminology

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Affidavit

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A written statement made under oath, often used as evidence in court.

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Deposition

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Testimony given by a witness under oath, recorded and transcribed for future use in a trial.

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Subpoena

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A legal order requiring someone to produce documents or appear in court as a witness.

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Motion

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A formal request made to a court seeking a specific ruling or action.

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Discovery

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The process of obtaining evidence and information from the opposing party in a legal case.

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Complaint

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The initial legal document filed by the plaintiff to start a lawsuit.

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Summons

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A document that notifies a defendant about a legal action and requires their appearance in court.

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Pleadings

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The written documents submitted by both parties in a lawsuit, including the complaint, answer, and counterclaims.

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Brief

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A written legal argument submitted to the court explaining a party’s position on a specific issue.

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Settlement

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An agreement reached between parties to resolve a legal dispute outside of court.

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Settlement

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An agreement reached between parties to resolve a legal dispute outside of court.

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Precedent

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A previously decided case that serves as a guiding principle for similar future cases.

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Pro bono

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Legal services provided without charge, usually for clients who cannot afford representation.

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Power of attorney

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A legal document that grants someone the authority to act on behalf of another person in specific matters.

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Tort

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A civil wrong or harm committed by one person against another, leading to legal liability.

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Contingency fee

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A fee paid to an attorney based on a percentage of the compensation awarded to the client if the case is successful.

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Plaintiff

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The party who initiates a lawsuit by bringing a legal action against another party (the defendant).

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Damages

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he monetary compensation awarded to a party who has suffered a loss or injury due to the actions of another.

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Impeachment

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The process of challenging the credibility of a witness or their testimony.

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Doctrine of Res Judicata

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A legal principle that prevents the same case from being re-litigated between the same parties after a final judgment has been reached.