Legal Terms and Definitions

Glossary of Legal Terms

Multiplicity of actions Numerous and unnecessary attempts to litigate the same issue. Bail bond an obligation signed by the defendant, with sureties, to secure his/her presence in court; Bail In criminal cases, a sum of money posted by or on behalf of a defendant to guarantee his appearance in court after being released from jail Attorney of record Attorney whose name appears in the permanent records or files of a case. Mitigating circumstance A circumstance that may be considered to reduce the degree of moral culpability, although it does not entirely justify or excuse an offense. Material evidence Evidence that is relevant to the issues in a case. Libel See defamation Embezzlement The fraudulent appropriation by a person to his own use or benefit of property or money entrusted to him by another.

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	Mediation is a process that involves a mediator Neutral third party who helps the disputing parties achieve a resolution that satisfies both of them. The mediator's primary function is to create constructive communication between parties and provide a forum where disputants can create a mutually satisfactory agreement. Mediators do not impose decisions; instead, they help people craft solutions that will work for them.