A verbal or spoken exchange. A communication that is not written, typed or recorded in a permanent medium. … [Read more...] about ORAL COMMUNICATION
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OPRESS
To require someone to perform against their will or with great difficulty through the use of force or leverage. To use one's position of power to inflict injury or hardship on another. To act as a tyrant. … [Read more...] about OPRESS
ORAL CONTRACT
A contract that is made pursuant to a conversation and not written. A verbal contract. Such a contract is valid and enforceable provided that the terms can be proven and that it meets the general requirements in order to form a contract and does not violate statutes that require certain agreements be made in writing (the Statute of Frauds.) … [Read more...] about ORAL CONTRACT
OPTIMA LEGUM INTERPRES EST CONSUETUDO
Latin, meaning The best interpreter of laws is custom. … [Read more...] about OPTIMA LEGUM INTERPRES EST CONSUETUDO
ORAL DEPOSITION
A deposition (witness examination or testimony given in advance of trial) that is taken out of court, under oath, and may be admissible as evidence. A court reporter will record oral testimony. A pretrial method of discovery. … [Read more...] about ORAL DEPOSITION