Living Person
/ˈlɪvɪŋ ˈpɜːrsən/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual human being who is currently alive, as opposed to a deceased person or a legal fiction such as a corporation.
The court requires testimony only from a living person with direct knowledge of the facts.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, distinguishing a living person from entities like corporations or deceased individuals is crucial for rights, duties, and liabilities.
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