The allodial system is a legal framework granting full property ownership rights to individuals, forming the foundation for property rights in the United States.
Latin for 'friend of the court.' Amicus curiae refers to a person or organization that is not a party to a legal case but offers information or expertise to assist the court in its decision-making.
An appellate court has the authority to review and revise the decision of a lower court in the same case, providing a system of checks and balances within the judicial process.
A barrister is a type of lawyer in common law jurisdictions, predominantly found in England, whose primary function is to represent clients in higher courts of law.
A court that is required by law to maintain a record of its proceedings, including orders and judgments, and has the authority to imprison and levy fines.
A jury is a group composed of peers of the parties or a cross-section of the community, summoned and sworn to decide on the facts in issue at a trial.
A landmark decision is a court case that is studied because it has historical and legal significance. These decisions notably set important precedents that can influence and guide future court rulings. In the legal field, a landmark decision can shape or alter laws, societal norms, and judicial interpretations.
The legal system is a set of rules enforced by governmental institutions to regulate human behavior, provides a structure for society, and ensures justice is upheld.
A legal right is an interest that the law will protect. It is a privilege or entitlement granted by a legal system to individuals or entities, allowing them to perform certain actions or be free from others performing certain actions against them.
The Patent Appeals Court is a specialized judicial body responsible for adjudicating appeals of decisions made by patent offices, primarily related to patent grants, denials, and disputes.
Release on Recognizance (R.O.R.) is a method by which an individual is released in lieu of providing bail, upon their promise to appear and answer a criminal charge.
A small claims court is a court of limited jurisdiction where a claim for a relatively small amount can be settled on an informal basis.
