Ferae naturae is a Latin term meaning nature [wild] animals which refers to any animals that are not designated domesticated animals by law. Ferae naturae are generally considered the property of no one, however, a person can obtain a...
accidents and injuries
final judgment
Final judgment is the last decision from a court that resolves all issues in dispute and settles the parties' rights with respect to those issues. A final judgment leaves nothing to be decided except decisions on how to enforce the judgment,...
foreseeable risk
A foreseeable risk is when a reasonable person in a given situation should know that specific harm might occur as a result of their actions. For example, if a person buys fireworks, then handles them incorrectly, and burns their finger, this...
framing
Framing is the negotiation technique of presenting an offer in a more attractive way without changing its substantive terms. This is typically accomplished by presenting the context of a concept, an occurrence, a method, or a question in...
front pay
Front pay is money awarded for lost compensation that usually occurs in employment discrimination or anti-retaliation cases. It is measured from the date of the trial onward until the court comes to a decision. The ultimate objective is to...
gross negligence
Gross negligence is a lack of care that demonstrates reckless disregard for the safety or lives of others, which is so great it appears to be a conscious violation of other people's rights to safety. Gross negligence is a heightened degree...
guest statute
A guest statute is a law in only a few states that prevents a non-paying automobile passenger from suing the driver when the passenger is hurt as a result of the simple negligence of the driver. In general, the passenger can sue the driver...
habit evidence
Habit evidence, as defined by the Federal Rules of Evidence, is evidence of a repetitive response by a person to particular circumstances, characterized by particularity and frequency. Under the Federal Rules of Evidence, habit evidence is...
hazard insurance
Hazard insurance is coverage that protects a homeowner and/or business owner against physical damages caused by unexpected and sudden events such as fires, severe storms, and other events. The homeowner or business owner will receive...
Health - State statutes
Alabama (see Title 22) Alaska- Title 18 Arizona- Title 36 Arkansas (see Title 20) California Colorado (searchable index, see Title 25) Connecticut- Title 19 Delaware- Title 16 District of Columbia (see Title 6) Florida (see Title XI)...