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An auto insurance policy clause that provides for insurance for any driver of the motor vehicle who had the insured's consent to drive the vehicle. Also is a catch-all clause usually used in a will or in matters of probate that covers all remaining property not distributed specifically. … [Read more...] about OMNIBUS CLAUSE

A judgment that is made as a result of evidence being presented in court and a decision rendered by a judge or jury on the merits of the case and not by a default by one of the parties. … [Read more...] about ON THE MERITS

Proposed legislation which consists of multiple components that addresses various concerns within one bill. Frequently used by proponents of the bill to push through legislation that is not desired by the executive of other voting members. Acceptance of the bill is for the entire bill and the sum of all its parts or no part of the bill shall pass. … [Read more...] about OMBINUS BILL

Latin, meaning Every innovation disturbs more by its novelty than it benefits by its utility. … [Read more...] about OMNIS INNOVATIO PLUS NOVITATE PERTURBAT QUAM UTILITATE PRODEAT

A person designated to hear complaints, investigate the circumstances and provide remedies frequently through mediation. May be an employee in a company or government official. … [Read more...] about OMBUDSMAN