The Law Dictionary for Everyone
The term “counter offer” is used to describe a situation wherein an offer is made to someone, and they make an alternative offer in return. That alternative offer is the counter offer. When a counter offer is made, the prior offer is accepted as rejected, and it is understood that the contract won’t be accepted unless the counter is accepted. […]
Read moreIf someone is “incapacitated,” this means that he is unable to react or respond in a clear manner to that which is going on around him. For example, an incapacitated person may be someone who has had too much alcohol and, as a result, has passed out. Anyone who then tries to communicate with this person will not receive a […]
Read moreArbitration is one of several methods used to settle legal disputes outside of the courts. When both parties involved agree to arbitrate, the case is brought before a neutral third-party. This third-party, the arbitrator, reviews evidence and hears arguments from both sides before issuing a decision regarding the dispute. Keep reading to learn more about the arbitrator. What Does an […]
Read moreThe term “expert witness” is used to describe a person who is called upon to testify during a trial due to his knowledge or skills in a field that is relevant to the case. For example, an expert witness may be a blood spatter analyst who can testify as to the type of weapon that was used to commit a […]
Read moreThe term “pro tempore” is a term that is used to describe an individual who is acting locum tenens, or as a placeholder of sorts, when a superior is not present. Pro tempore translates to “for the time being,” which describes the length of time during which an individual acts in a particular role. For example, pro tempore senate presidents […]
Read moreSince the dawn of the digital age, most of the world has become incredibly reliant on technology. As a result, it has become commonplace for people and businesses to interact online instead of in person. Though incredibly convenient, these interactions leave electronic footprints. When this electronically-stored information becomes relevant to a civil or criminal lawsuit, an e-discovery professional helps identify, […]
Read moreThe term “capital offense” is used to describe a crime that is so serious that the death penalty may be considered an adequate punishment. One of the most common examples of a capital offense would be murder. Treason, or the betrayal of one’s country, is also considered a capital offense, and it is punishable by death. To explore this concept, […]
Read moreEmployment laws, also known as labor laws, govern the relationship between employees and employers. These laws set forth employer obligations and ensure a person’s rights are protected in the workplace. Unfortunately, in some situations, employers fail to comply with the laws and this can have a negative impact on an employee’s life. Employment lawyers provide legal assistance to employers and […]
Read moreThe term “interlocutory” is used to describe something that is decided while a case is still ongoing. Over the course of a court case, issues may come up that need to be dealt with, but that do not resolve the case entirely. For example, interlocutory orders may be issued to decide more immediate issues, like custody and visitation, while a […]
Read moreThe term “treble damages” is used to describe the court’s ability to award three times the damages in certain cases. For example, treble damages are triple the damages that a court would normally award in a similar case. However, in some cases, treble damages are awarded in addition to the other damages awarded to the Plaintiff in the case. To […]
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