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EXPLICIT KNOWLEDGE

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Knowledge that is specifically known, for example, hearing or witnessing something. This is as opposed to implied knowledge which can be inferred or deduced. … [Read more...] about EXPLICIT KNOWLEDGE

EXPRESS CONTRACT

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A contractual agreement where all the essential terms are stated clearly and are explicit as opposed to their meaning being implied through interpretation of the terms. … [Read more...] about EXPRESS CONTRACT

EXPEDITATION

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In old forest law. A cutting off the claws or ball of the forefeet of mastiffs or other dogs, to prevent their running after deer. Spelman; Cowell. … [Read more...] about EXPEDITATION

EXPERTS

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Persons examined as witnesses in a cause, who testify in regard to some professional or technical matter arising in the case, and who are permitted to give their opinions as to such matter on account of their special training, skill, or familiarity with it. An expert is a person who possesses peculiar skill and knowledge upon the subject matter that he is required to give an … [Read more...] about EXPERTS

EXPEDITE

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To prioritize, to rush, such as to expedite a hearing before a judge. … [Read more...] about EXPEDITE

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