Chapter 1 Flashcards
Table of contents
An outline of the material covered in the book or document.
Table of cases
A common feature of legal publications containing the names of all cases cited in the book or document
Table of stsatutes
A common feature of legal publications containing a list of all statutes or codes that are referenced in the book.
Table of abbreviations
A common feature of legal publications containing an explanation of all abbreviations found in the book.
pocket part
A removable supplement; includes all changes or additions to the material contained in the hardbound volume
legal citations
Special abbreviations used to describe resource material.
case law
A collection of reported cases.
precedent
The example set by the decision of an earlier court for similar cases or similar legal questions that arise in later cases.
legal analysis
The process of comparing and contrasting facts and legal issues.
questions presented
A statement of the legal issue presented to the court for resolution.
pleadings
The formal, written allegations filed with the court by both sides to a lawsuit; claims and defenses are clearly set out so that both parties are placed on notice of the position of the opposing party.
causes of action
The basis upon which a lawsuit may be brought to the court.
affirmative defenses
Defenses raised by the defendant in the answer; reasons why the plaintiff should not recover even if all of the allegations of the complaint are true
judicial history
The legal (courtroom) history of a case
2 elements of issues
legal and factual
