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Judicial
The branch of government that interprets laws.
Case law
Law created by court decisions.
Subject matter relevance
NOT a requirement for personal jurisdiction.
Complaint
The first formal step in a civil lawsuit.
Motion for summary judgment
A request to dismiss for lack of evidence.
Deposition
A discovery tool that involves oral questioning under oath.
Offer, acceptance, consideration
The three basic elements of a valid contract.
Fraud
Makes a contract voidable.
Specific performance
A remedy usually available when the subject matter is unique.
Corporation
A type of business entity that limits owner liability.
Directors and officers
Those who owe fiduciary duties in a corporation.
UCC
Governs commercial transactions.
Mens rea
The intent to commit the crime.
Fifth Amendment
The constitutional protection that involves the right to remain silent.
Beyond a reasonable doubt
The standard the prosecution must meet to prove guilt.
Intestate
A person who dies without a will.
Revocable trust
A trust that can be altered or terminated.
Executor
The person who ensures a will is followed after death.
Fence
An example of real property.
Warranty deed
The deed that offers the most protection.
Eminent domain
Allows government seizure of property with compensation.
Comparative negligence
A defense to negligence.
Defamation
The legal term for intentional harm to reputation.
Strict liability
Applies to dangerous activities/products.
Conflicts of interest
What paralegals must avoid.
Attorney-client privilege
Protects confidential legal communication.
Practice law
What paralegals must not do.
Chapter 13
A type of bankruptcy that is a reorganization.
Automatic stay
Prevents creditor collection.
Secured creditor
Has a lien on collateral.