A pact made between nations that regulates the trade between them, e.g. NAFTA. … [Read more...] about TRADE AGREEMENT
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TRADE DRESS
The packaging of a product that makes it distinctive and unique in the eyes of those in the market from other products. For example, a unique shape of a wine bottle or other unusual packaging. Trade dress can receive federal trademark protection if unique and distinguishable from other products in the marketplace. … [Read more...] about TRADE DRESS
TRADE NAME
The name of a business used in trade, usually appearing on letterhead and bank accounts. … [Read more...] about TRADE NAME
TOUCHING A DEAD BODY
It was an ancient superstition that the body of a murdered man would bleed freshly when touched by his murderer. Hence, In old criminal law, this was resorted to as a means of ascertaining the guilt or innocence of a person suspected of the murder. … [Read more...] about TOUCHING A DEAD BODY
TOXIC TORT
A tort or personal injury that is caused by exposure to a toxic substance, most commonly hazardous wastes or asbestos. Such exposure results in a personal injury lawsuit and may include more than one person, frequently a class of persons who file for a class action lawsuit. … [Read more...] about TOXIC TORT