Browse full definitions for every EJ term in the Amicus glossary.
/ˌiːˈdʒuːdɪʃəri/
The country's e-judiciary initiative improved case processing times through digital filings and virtual hearings.
E-judiciary emphasizes the technological modernization of courts; drafters should clarify the specific digital tools or processes referenced.
/ˌiːˈdʒʌstɪs/
E-justice platforms enable citizens to file cases and access court documents online.
E-justice emphasizes accessibility and efficiency in judicial processes by leveraging IT tools; clarity about jurisdiction and data protection is critical when drafting related legislation.
/ɪˈdʒɛkt/
The bar owner decided to eject the unruly patron from the premises.
The landlord sought to eject the tenant from the property due to a breach of lease.
Commonly used in landlord-tenant law and criminal law contexts; distinction between physical removal and legal termination matters for drafting and enforcement.
/ɪˈdʒɛkʃən/
The landlord initiated an ejection of the tenant for nonpayment of rent.
The patent described a mechanism for the ejection of the cartridge after use.
Ejection is distinct from eviction, which specifically refers to landlord-tenant disputes; drafting should clarify the context to avoid confusion.
/ɪˈdʒɛktmənt/
The plaintiff filed an ejectment to regain possession of the disputed land.
Ejectment historically combined claims for possession and title but is now primarily used for possession disputes involving real property.
/ˌeɪdʒʊzˈdɛm ˈdʒɛnərɪs/
The court applied the ejusdem generis rule to limit the statute's scope to similar types of vehicles.
Ejusdem generis helps clarify ambiguous statutory lists; drafters should list examples carefully to guide interpretation accurately.
