20 Terms
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Comparative negligence
Law; Legal
According to this doctrine the amount of damages awarded is proportional to each party's level of negligence.
Conspiracy
Law; Legal
When two or more persons are plotting an unlawful act, it is termed as conspiracy in legal terms.
Deposition
Law; Legal
Oral questions that must be answered under oath.They take place out of court, often in an attorney's office with a court reporter transcribing the testimony.
Declaratory judgement
Law; Legal
Judge's determination of specific rights or obligations of parties without awarding damages or granting relief.
Counterclaim
Law; Legal
A claim by the defendant against the plaintiff, usually contained in the answer of defendant.
Harbouring
Law; Legal
The act of affording lodging, shelter, or refuge to a person, esp. a criminal or illegal alien.
