JD Next Vocab 1 Flashcards
When used in reference to a judge’s ruling in a court case, ________ means based on individual discretion rather than a fair application of the law.
Arbitrary
For example, finding someone guilty of a crime simply because they have a beard would be an ______ ________.
Arbitrary decision
A __________ __________ is not always _________.
Discretionary Decision
Arbitrary
The law sometimes gives judges __________ powers, it also requires them to act within boundaries when applying general principles of law to the facts of a particular case.
Discretionary
A judge can or cannot act in disregard of the evidence or ignore established precedent. Such disregard would be ________.
Cannot
Arbitrary
The expression of approval or agreement.
Assent
A person whom a property right is transferred by the person holding such rights under contract (the “________”).
Assignee
“Assignor”
The act of transferring is referred to as “__________” or “__________” and is a concept used in contract and property law.
Assigning
Assignment
To _____ means to undertake.
Assume
Generally, in legal contexts, to _____ means to take over a certain duty or responsibility.
Assume
For example, Alice may ____ Bob’s liability for a ____. (Alice may take over Bob’s debt).
Assume
Debt
To state or assert to be the case.
Avers
A final judgement or decision.
Award
The centerpiece of an _________ is usually a declaration that one party owes another a certain amount of money.
Award
Although the term often refers to the decisions of arbitrators and juries, it can also refer to the decisions of judges.
Award
