The Law Dictionary for Everyone
The term appraisal refers to the act of assessing someone, or something of value. Valuations of property are normally done by qualified, impartial professionals, and are commonly associated with the valuation of real property, though valuable personal property is also the subject of appraisal. The value provided as a result of an appraisal may be based directly on commercial value, […]
Read moreThe Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”) was signed into law, filling gaps in existing civil rights law. The ADA goes beyond the protections afforded by the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, national origin, sex, religion, and other personal characteristics. The ADA also requires certain locales and entities to make their facilities accessible […]
Read moreAnarchy is commonly associated with a philosophy of social freedom, through a state of chaos and an absence of social structure. The ideology of anarchism holds a fundamental belief that governmental authority is oppressive, and should be eliminated, allowing people to engage in social cooperation voluntarily. This philosophy is based on the premise that man is the best judge of […]
Read moreAdvocacy is the act of arguing in favor of, or pleading for something. Generally, advocacy refers to groups or individuals who attempt to influence decisions made by political parties, social systems, or agencies. Advocacy seeks to ensure that people who are disadvantaged, or vulnerable in society, are represented to decision-makers. To explore this concept, consider the following advocacy definition. Definition […]
Read moreAdministrative law is a branch of public law that is concerned with the procedures, rules, and regulations of a number of governmental agencies. Administrative law specifically deals with the such administrative agencies’ decision-making capabilities, as they carry out laws passed by state and federal legislatures. An example of administrative law is the regulation and operation of the Social Security Administration, […]
Read moreWrongful termination describes a situation in which an employee has been terminated from his job, and the termination breaches terms of his employment contract, or is otherwise not in accordance with state or federal employment laws. This legal term was born with the National Labor Relations Act of 1935, which made firing an employee based on race or creed illegal. […]
Read moreThe term abrogation refers to the cancelling, repealing, abolishing, or annulling of something. In short, abrogation is the “undoing” of a thing by authoritative action. In a legal sense, abrogation is most often used in the context of revoking terms of a contract, or of repealing a law. To explore this concept, consider the following abrogation definition. Definition of Abrogation […]
Read moreWindow tint is applied to vehicles for several reasons. It is often installed to keep the inside of the vehicle cooler, and some people install it because they believe it makes the car more attractive. Window tint can also prevent glares from the sun, and prevent harmful UV rays from reaching the car’s occupants. Some people actually have a valid […]
Read moreWorkplace harassment, also referred to as “workplace mistreatment,” or “workplace bullying,” occurs when a person is harassed by another employee based on his or her race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Workplace harassment includes any unwanted conduct towards another person in the workplace, and is against the law in all states. To explore this concept, consider […]
Read moreWhite collar crime refers to non-violent crimes committed through deceptive practices, for the purpose of financial gain. Typically, white collar crimes are committed by business people who are able to access large amounts of money, though the term is sometimes applied to others who pilfer monies in other circumstances. White collar crimes are non-violent, and are committed by a broad […]
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