1001 Legal Words You Need to Know

1001 Legal Words You Need to Know, The Ultimate Guide to the Languageof the Law--------------------------------------------------1001 Legal Words You Need to Know explains and illuminates the mostdifficult and arcane vocabulary any American has to deal with--thatof the law. This comprehensive-- but never condescending--guide tothe language of the American legal system carefully defines and explainsevery term, and many entries have supplementary notes and a samplesentence. These notes include information about grammar associatedwith certain terms, as well as an etymology section usefulin findingthe linguistic origins of each term. American and British spellingsare differentiated (license vs. licence), as are singular and pluralforms (dictum vs. dicta). In addition, the book includes a number ofquick mini-guides to legal troubleshooting that include informationon understanding wills, trusts, and inheritance, granting someone apower of attorney, understanding contracts, what to do if you're sued,how to choose a lawyer, exploring law school, and enjoying cop andlawyer dramas. The backmatter contains an extensive list of legal aidorganizations and a helpful bibliography of books about the law andlawyers for further reading. Written for everyday people who onlywant to know the basics, 1001 Legal Words You Need To Know is theperfect size and scope for anyone trying to see through the jargonof the American legal system.