CRIMINAL NEGLIGENCE
a case of neglect or negligence of such nature that it will be punishable as a crime.
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a case of neglect or negligence of such nature that it will be punishable as a crime.
This term deals with routine treatment where surgical and medical treatment cannot be given to a minor without the consent of a parent, next of kin or a guardian.
the term given to the amount of money that is to paid under a contract to render a service.
the term that is applied to the printed daily record of what happens in congress.
the rule that allows a claimant to collect damages for medical and hospital care from the defendant even if he has insurance to cover it.
a Latin phrase that means with a grain of salt.
the case where a worker claims that his accident or illness is a result of his employment and is entitled to compensation money.
the judgement that will go into effect only when a particular condition has been fulfilled.
a writ or a formal document where a second trial on the same issue was held before the same jury due to mistake of the court.
The term that is given to a death that has occurred as being from an accident or an illness that arises from employment.
the highest court that can be approached and whose decision is final and no appeal can be taken against.
This means the change of a principle abode or residence.
a document that is issued by an official to the successful bidder at a tax sale that gives the bidder the deed on conformation of the sale.
a term given to the fees paid to an attorney where the client pays a sum that depends on how much he is awarded.
This term is given to a right that has been guaranteed by the United States Constitution that cannot be violated by laws or by Congress.
a witness who testifies to the general character and reputation of the person on trial.
the type of agreement where a party agrees not to compete against another business of a similar kind.
This term is applied to an offer that is kept open for a period of time.
This term applies to doing something with the complete disregard for the safety of others and a conscious decision not to safeguard people in danger.
the action taken when a person fails to testify or appear when ordered to do so by Congress or one of its appointed committees.
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