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AUDIT
An examination of the financial records of a person, business, or organization, typically done to correct careless or improper bookkeeping or to verify that proper records are being kept. Businesses and nonprofits often undergo an annual audit by an independent accounting firm. The IRS (Internal Revenue Service) also conducts audits, mainly to assess taxes owed. Law Dictionary … [Read more...] about AUDIT
AUDIT OPINION
A formal opinion presented by an independent auditor regarding an audit. … [Read more...] about AUDIT OPINION
AUDITA QUERELA
The name of a writ constituting the initial process in an action brought by a judgment defendant to obtain relief against the consequences of the Judgment, on account of some matter of defense or discharge, arising since its rendition and which could not be taken advantage of otherwise. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition A writ applicable to the case of a defendant … [Read more...] about AUDITA QUERELA
AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
A formal statement within which an opinion is stated about the condition and reliability of an audited company by an independent auditor. … [Read more...] about AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS