To insert between two parts, to introduce an obstacle. In legal parlance it usually means to file something so that it stands as an obstacle to something else being accomplished (usually by an adversary.) For example to "interpose a claim" or to interpose an objection, which would then stand in the way of the first motion from being accomplished. Also common is to "interpose a … [Read more...]
STATUTORY COMPLIANCE
In compliance or accord with existing laws and regulations (the statutes) - adherence to and compliance with the letter of the law. Popular examples of statutory compliance including Sarbanes-Oxley and HIPPA laws in the United States. … [Read more...]
RES UNIVERSITATIS
Latin meaning "universal thing.” Something that is shared with and owned by the community for public purposes and cannot be acquired by any individual or private entity. It has been understood to also mean something in the "public domain". It may also refer to something shared with and owned by a specific community of which all members can freely use independently. … [Read more...]
TRIAL IN ABSENTIA
Conducting a trial in the absence of a party. Trial "in absentia" typically refers to a criminal proceeding in a court of law in which the defendant is not physically present to present a defense and testify on behalf of one's self. In many jurisdictions the concept of "trial in absentia" is understood to refer to a defendant's right to be present in a courtroom during criminal … [Read more...]
ABSENTIA
Latin meaning "absence". Usually used in terms such as "in absentia" or in the absence of the physical presence of a party. See also "death in absentia" and "trial in absentia". … [Read more...]