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abandonment


Forfeiting the portion of the claim which exceeds the legislated amount of $50,000. Abatement
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affidavit


This is a voluntary, written statement of facts sworn/affirmed before a commissioner for oaths. Affirm
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appeal


A legal proceeding by which a case is brought from a lower court to a higher court. Applicant
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civil claim


The first document to start a law suit in this court. Compensation
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contravention


To break a rule. Costs
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counterclaim


A cross-claim by the defendant against the plaintiff. Damages
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default


Failure to appear as required. Usually the failure to appear in court or defend a lawsuit. Default Judgment
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defendant


Person against whom a lawsuit is commenced. This includes companies, corporations, or individuals. Dispute Note
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exhibit


A document or material object entered as evidence. Judgment
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jurisdiction


The legal authority of a court to hear a case. Landlord
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