Preemption
…a commercial basis, as this violation of federal law damages the states’ marijuana prevention and enforcement programs. Some legal professionals, as a result of this action, have expressed the belief…
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Long Arm Statute
…with that state. For example, the long arm statute would apply in a case where a driver from New York is sued by someone in Ohio based on the damages…
Read moreUnjust Enrichment
…is called “restitution,” and it is the most common remedies for unjust enrichment. Proprietary remedies for unjust enrichment are available to those who, for example, have suffered damages after entering…
Read moreLegal Age
…rights of a party without ordering any action to be taken, or ordering any damages. Felony – A crime, often involving violence, regarded as more serious than a misdemeanor. Felony…
Read moreDismissal
…case is dismissed with prejudice. For Example: Amelia files a civil lawsuit against a previous tenant of her rental property for unpaid rent in the amount of $2,000, and damages…
Read moreAppellant
…its decision and decides to take that decision to task. For example, the appellant may have been awarded a lower damages amount than he was initially seeking and appeals to…
Read moreDouble Jeopardy
…court again. However, the family of the slain victim can sue the defendant in civil court for a wrongful death suit to recover damages. Eligibility for Double Jeopardy Protection Most…
Read moreConstructive Trust
…money damages equal to the amount that was stolen from her. This means that, instead of being granted an equitable remedy, which would give Theresa the $75,000 value of the…
Read morePyramid Scheme
…larger group of people with a common interest in the matter. Criminal Charge – A formal accusation by a prosecuting authority that an individual has committed a crime. Damages –…
Read moreExpress Contract
…judgement made by a court determining certain rights of a party without ordering any action to be taken, or ordering any damages. Restitution – Compensation for an injury or loss….
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