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Today's Terms
Damages
Definition:
Money that a court orders paid to party (usually the plaintiff) who has suffered a loss by another party who caused the loss (usually the defendant).
Fifth Amendment
Definition:
Among other rights, the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees that a person cannot be compelled to present self-incriminating testimony in a criminal (or juvenile) proceeding.
Deliberation
Definition:
The jury's decision-making process after hearing the evidence and closing arguments and being given the court's instructions.
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