Negligence
The failure to use a reasonable amount of care in doing/not doing something, resulting in harm to another person.
Strict Liability
The legal responsibility for damage/injury, even if you're not negligent.
Standard of Proof
Level of uncertainty/degree of evidence needed to establish proof. Civil cases, preponderance of evidence
Preponderance of Evidence
Standard of proof, have to fulfill, where each party tries to provide more-convincing evidence.
Waive
To give up right, privilege, or benefit voluntarily.
Class Action
Lawsuit brought by one or more people, on behalf of a larger group.
Contingency Fee
Fee paid to attorney based on percentage of sum client gets in lawsuit.
Premiums
Payments made for insurance coverage.
Malpractice
Failure to meet an practice standard in professional/official position
Exclusive Remedy
The only solution or compensation available to a plaintiff in a particular legal situation.