Also known as a living will. … [Read more...] about HEALTH CARE DECLARATION
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HEARSAY EXCEPTION
An exception made when the rule of hearsay does not apply. There are several exceptions made, such as (1) a present sense impression, a spontaneous declaration made that describes the event at the time it is happening; (2) an excited utterance of a witness to the event that is startling to the declarant; (3) a declaration of a present state of mind to do or not to do something … [Read more...] about HEARSAY EXCEPTION
HEADCOUNT REDUCTION
A layoff. A reduction in the number of employees / heads. … [Read more...] about HEADCOUNT REDUCTION
HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVES
This is a legal document (see living will and durable power of attorney healthcare) where a person sets out their position and wishes on how they want medical care to be handled and the person to carry out the position when the need for medical care arises. Typically occurs where the person is unable to make decisions for themselves later in life. See also a living will and … [Read more...] about HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVES
HEARSAY RULE
The rule of law that prohibits hearsay testimony in court, except for specific exceptions. … [Read more...] about HEARSAY RULE