Browse full definitions for every EA term in the Amicus glossary.
/ˌiːˌɑːrˌbɪˈtreɪʃən/
The parties agreed to submit their contract dispute to e-arbitration to expedite the resolution process.
E-arbitration emphasizes the use of digital tools and platforms, which can affect procedural rules and evidence submission; therefore, specific provisions should address confidentiality and technological reliability.
/ˈɜːrl/
The Earl attended the House of Lords to discuss legislation.
The title "Earl" is unique to British peerage and often appears in legal and historical contexts related to inheritance and parliamentary rights.
/ˈɜːrldəm/
He was granted an earldom by the monarch as a symbol of noble status.
The earldom passed to his eldest son upon his death.
Earldom denotes both the rank and the territorial or titular holding associated with an earl; often relevant in inheritance and noble title law.
/ˈɜːrliər/
The earlier will takes precedence if it was validly executed.
The party filed the claim earlier than the statute of limitations allowed.
Use 'earlier' to establish temporal priority in legal documents; clarify the exact event or time for precision.
/ˈɜːrliɪst/
The earliest filing date determines the priority of the patent application.
Used frequently in legal contexts to establish precedence or temporal priority among competing claims or events.
/ˈɜːrli/
The plaintiff filed an early motion to dismiss before the trial began.
The defendant submitted the documents early to comply with court requirements.
Used to denote actions or events in legal contexts that happen ahead of a scheduled or normative time; often important in assessing procedural compliance or rights preservation.
/ˈɜrli ədˈmɪʃən/
She secured her place through early admission before the regular application deadline.
Early admission may be binding, requiring the applicant to attend if accepted, or non-binding, allowing the applicant to consider later offers.
/ˈɜːrli ˌɪntərˈvɛnʃən ˈsɜːrvɪsɪz/
The school district is responsible for providing early intervention services to eligible toddlers under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Early intervention services are crucial in legal contexts involving disability rights and educational entitlements, often triggering procedural safeguards and eligibility determinations under federal statutes.
/ˈɜːrli ˈpeɪmənt/
The buyer offered an early payment to secure a discount.
Early payment reduced the total interest payable on the loan.
In drafting, specify if early payment triggers discounts, penalties, or affects accrued interest to avoid ambiguity.
/ˈɜːrli rɪˈpeɪmənt/
The borrower made an early repayment to reduce interest costs.
The early repayment triggered a prepayment penalty under the contract.
In drafting, specify whether early repayment is permitted and any applicable penalties or conditions to avoid disputes.
/ˈɜːrli tɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/
The parties agreed to early termination of the lease to avoid further obligations.
The early termination of the interest rate swap triggered significant penalties.
Early termination clauses are often carefully drafted to address consequences and fees, ensuring clarity on obligations triggered by ending an agreement prematurely.
/ˈɜrli ˌtɜrməˈneɪʃən fiː/
The customer was required to pay an early termination fee for canceling the lease prematurely.
Early termination fees are often negotiated in contracts to compensate the non-breaching party for losses due to premature contract cessation.
/ˈɜrli ˈvoʊtɪŋ/
Early voting has increased voter participation by allowing individuals to vote at their convenience prior to Election Day.
Early voting provisions vary by jurisdiction and may be subject to specific timeframes and locations; precise statutory language is critical to delineate eligibility and procedural safeguards.
/ˈɜrli wɪðˌdrɔːəl ˈpɛnəlti/
He incurred an early withdrawal penalty when he took money out of his 401(k) before retirement age.
Typically applies to retirement and fixed-term accounts; drafting should specify conditions triggering the penalty to avoid ambiguity.
/ˈɪərˌmɑrkt fʌndz/
The government allocated earmarked funds exclusively for educational infrastructure development.
Earmarked funds are commonly used in public finance and nonprofit sectors to ensure compliance with donor or statutory restrictions.
/ˈɜrnd ˈprɛm.i.əm/
The insurer recognized the earned premium as revenue over the policy term.
Earned premium is critical in insurance accounting to distinguish revenue recognition from cash received; precise calculation affects loss ratio and financial reporting.
/ˈɜrnd ˈrɛvəˌnu/
The accountant recorded the earned revenue for the quarter even though some payments were still outstanding.
In legal and accounting contexts, earned revenue is distinguished from unearned revenue as it reflects completed obligations, a key factor in contract and financial reporting disputes.
/ˈɜːrnɪst/
The buyer provided earnest money to secure the property purchase.
The plaintiff made an earnest appeal to the court for justice.
In contract law, earnest money serves as a partial payment assuring commitment; drafting should clarify conditions for forfeiture or return.
/ˈɜrnɪstli/
The witness spoke earnestly during the testimony, emphasizing the importance of honesty.
Used to convey sincerity or seriousness, often significant in assessing intent or credibility in legal contexts.
/ˈɜːrnɪstnəs/
The attorney's earnestness in presenting the case convinced the jury of her client's sincerity.
Earnestness often underpins the concept of good faith in legal dealings, reflecting the parties' sincere intent without deception.
/ˈɜrnɪŋz/
The employee reported his earnings on the tax return.
The corporation's earnings exceeded analysts' expectations this quarter.
In legal contexts, 'earnings' typically refer to net compensation or profits subject to taxation or contractual allocation; clarity in specifying the source (employment, business, or investments) aids precision.
/ˈɜrnɪŋz dɪsˈrɪɡɑrd/
The claimant's earnings disregard allowed them to retain some benefits despite earning an income.
Earnings disregard is crucial in welfare law to balance income generation with benefit eligibility, ensuring incentives to work are protected.
/ˈɜrnɪŋz prəˈdʒɛkʃən/
The earnings projection was submitted to the SEC during the IPO process.
Earnings projections are critical in legal settings involving financial disclosures and contract terms, requiring precise backing to avoid claims of misrepresentation.
/ˈɜrnɪŋz ˈsteɪtmənt/
The court requested the employee's earnings statement to assess his ability to pay damages.
An earnings statement is distinct from a pay stub in some jurisdictions; precise drafting should clarify the document's timeframe and purpose.
/ˈɜrnˌaʊt/
The buyer and seller agreed on an earnout to bridge valuation gaps based on future revenue.
Earnouts are commonly used in mergers and acquisitions to align incentives and mitigate valuation disagreements by linking payment to future performance.
/ˈiːzmənt/
The homeowner has an easement to cross the neighbor's land to reach the road.
The power company holds an easement to maintain electrical lines on the property.
When drafting easements, clarity on scope, duration, and transferability is critical to avoid future disputes.
