Legal Studies (Civil

Divorce

The legal dissolution of a marriage by a court or other competent body.

Annulment

A legal procedure declaring a marriage null and void, as if it never existed.

Legal Separation

A court-approved arrangement where a married couple lives apart but remains legally married.

Mediation

A neutral third party helps the disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

Duty of Care

A legal obligation to avoid causing harm that is reasonably foreseeable.

Intentional Torts

Actions taken to deliberately harm another person, such as assault, battery, and false imprisonment.

Vicarious Liability

Holding one party responsible for the actions of another, typically in employer-employee relationships.

Compensatory Damages

To compensate the injured party for losses suffered due to the tortious conduct of another.

Role of an Arbitrator

To resolve disputes by making a binding decision after considering evidence and arguments from both parties.

Mediation Goals

To reduce hostilities, clear up misunderstandings, find areas of agreement, and develop mutually acceptable solutions.