Diseases
/dɪˈziːzɪz/
Definitions
- (n.) Conditions recognized by law that affect health and may trigger legal obligations or liabilities, such as workers' compensation or insurance claims.
The employee filed a claim citing occupational diseases contracted at the factory.
Forms
- disease
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'diseases' often refer to health conditions with implications for liability, compensation, or regulatory compliance rather than purely medical definitions.
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