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Rehearing
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Another hearing of a civil or criminal case by the same court in which the case was originally heard.
Decree
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An order of the court. A final decree is one that fully and finally disposes of the litigation.
Union
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An organisation of workers formed for the purpose of collective bargaining.
Speedy Trial Act
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Federal law establishing time limits for carrying out major events, i.e. indictment, arraignment, etc., in a criminal prosecution.
Estate tax
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Generally, a tax on the privilege of transferring property to others after a person's death. In addition to federal estate taxes, many states have their own estate taxes.
Notice
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Formal notification to the party that has been sued in a civil case of the fact that the lawsuit has been filed. Also, any form of notification of a legal proceeding.
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