Lex Loci Delicti
/ˈlɛks ˈloʊsaɪ dɪˈlɛktɪ/
Definitions
- (n.) The law of the place where a tort or delict occurs, governing the legal issues arising from that event.
The court applied the lex loci delicti to determine which jurisdiction’s law to use in the personal injury case.
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- lex loci delicti
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Commentary
Lex loci delicti is central in conflict-of-law analysis for tort cases; drafters should specify if exceptions or deviations apply.
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