Logical Premise
/ˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈprɛmɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A foundational statement or proposition in legal reasoning from which conclusions are drawn.
The judge identified the defendant's negligence as the key logical premise for liability.
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- logical premises
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the term refers specifically to propositions that underpin legal arguments or decisions, emphasizing their role in structured reasoning.
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