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Introduction Not all lawsuits seek money or damages. Sometimes, a party simply needs the court to declare the rights, duties,…
In legal disputes, parties sometimes prefer settlement over prolonged litigation. One way to achieve this is through a covenant not…
What is Mitigation of Damages? Mitigation of damages, in legal terms, refers to the duty of a person who has…
Introduction Estate planning often involves strategies to reduce taxes and protect assets. One such tool is the disclaimer trust, which…
Introduction In personal injury law, fault is not always one-sided. Sometimes both the plaintiff and the defendant share responsibility for…
Introduction In personal injury law, the actions of the injured party can sometimes reduce or even eliminate their right to…
In civil procedure, sometimes a party argues that even if the facts in the opponent’s complaint are true, they do…
In lawsuits, multiple issues or claims are sometimes combined in one proceeding. However, handling them together may cause confusion or…
Court cases do not always proceed as scheduled. Sometimes, one party needs more time to prepare, gather evidence, or address…
Introduction In law, the term disposition has several uses, but it generally refers to the final handling, settlement, or transfer…