Browse full definitions for every NU term in the Amicus glossary.
/ˈnuː.ɑːns/
The contract's enforceability hinged on the nuance of the term 'reasonable efforts' used in its clause.
In legal contexts, recognizing nuances can be crucial for contract interpretation or statutory analysis, as minor variations may affect rights and obligations.
/ˈnuː.kli.ər ˈæk.sɪ.dənt/
The nuclear accident led to extensive litigation over environmental cleanup costs.
Legal usage often focuses on liability and regulatory response rather than technical classification; drafting should clarify scope and consequences.
/ˈnuːkliər ɑːrmz reɪs/
The nuclear arms race between the superpowers heightened global security concerns during the Cold War.
The term often appears in treaties and international law contexts addressing arms limitation and state security strategies.
/ˈnuːkliər dɪˈtɛrəns/
Nuclear deterrence relies on the threat of mutual destruction to maintain peace between nuclear-armed states.
Legal discourse on nuclear deterrence often intersects with international law, treaties, and humanitarian law; precise terminology is crucial in treaty drafting and geopolitical analysis.
/ˈnuːkliər dɪsˈɑːrməmənt/
International treaties often aim to achieve nuclear disarmament to enhance global security.
Nuclear disarmament typically occurs within the framework of international law, involving treaties and verification mechanisms to ensure compliance.
/ˈnuːkliər ˈɛnərdʒi/
The plant's use of nuclear energy requires strict compliance with safety regulations.
Legal discussions of nuclear energy focus on regulation, safety, non-proliferation, and environmental impact rather than the scientific aspects alone.
/ˈnuː.kli.ər ˈɛn.ər.dʒi lɔː/
The country's nuclear energy law dictates strict safety standards for reactor operations.
Nuclear energy law encompasses liability principles for nuclear accidents.
Terms in nuclear energy law often overlap with environmental and international law; precision in defining jurisdiction and scope is essential in drafting.
/ˈnuːkliər ˈɛnɚdʒi ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Nuclear energy regulation sets strict standards to prevent environmental contamination and ensure public safety.
The nuclear energy regulation requires regular inspections of reactors to maintain compliance.
Often involves overlapping federal and state jurisdictions; drafting must clearly define scope and enforcement mechanisms to avoid regulatory gaps.
/ˈnuːkliər ˈfjuːəl/
The storage and transportation of nuclear fuel require strict compliance with safety regulations.
Legal definitions of nuclear fuel often focus on its regulated status due to safety and nonproliferation concerns, emphasizing the material's potential use and handling rather than its scientific properties alone.
/ˈnuːklɪər lɔː/
Nuclear law governs the safety standards for operating nuclear power plants.
International treaties form a crucial part of nuclear law to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons.
Nuclear law is a specialized field intersecting international agreements and domestic regulations; drafters should consider both safety standards and security obligations.
/ˈnuːkliər laɪˈbɪləti/
The company faced nuclear liability claims after the reactor accident.
Nuclear liability frameworks often involve international conventions and state regulations.
Nuclear liability typically involves strict liability principles to ensure prompt victim compensation without requiring proof of negligence.
/ˈnuːkliər ˌnɒn prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən/
The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons is a cornerstone of nuclear non-proliferation efforts worldwide.
Often involves international treaties designed to balance non-spread of nuclear weapons with the right to peaceful nuclear technology.
/ˈnuːklɪər nɒn-prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən ˈtriːti/
The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty is a cornerstone of global nuclear disarmament efforts.
Often abbreviated as NPT, this treaty is fundamental in international security law and arms control negotiations.
/ˈnuː.kli.ər ˌnɒn.prəʊˌlɪfəˈreɪ.ʃən ˈtriː.ti/
The Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty seeks to limit nuclear arms proliferation worldwide.
Under the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty, member states submit to inspections by the IAEA.
The treaty balances nonproliferation commitments with peaceful nuclear cooperation; precise language is crucial to differentiate rights and obligations of nuclear-weapon and non-nuclear-weapon states.
/ˈnjuːkliər prəˌlɪfəˈreɪʃən/
International treaties aim to prevent nuclear proliferation to maintain global security.
Term is chiefly used in international law and arms control contexts; often appears in treaty texts and international security discussions.
/ˈnuːkliər ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Nuclear regulation ensures that nuclear power plants comply with safety standards to protect public health.
Terms in nuclear regulation often overlap with environmental and administrative law; precise statutory citations and jurisdictional distinctions are essential in drafting.
/ˈnuːkliər ˈrɛɡjʊlətɔri əˈθɒrɪti/
The nuclear regulatory authority issued new guidelines for the safe disposal of radioactive waste.
The term typically denotes an official body vested with legal powers to oversee nuclear activities; precise authority and structure vary by jurisdiction.
/ˈnuːkliər ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪtəri kəˈmɪʃən/
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued new safety guidelines for nuclear power plants.
Often abbreviated as NRC; critical to understand its regulatory scope and enforcement powers in nuclear law contexts.
/ˈnuːkliər ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪtəri ˈfreɪmwɜrk/
The nuclear regulatory framework ensures compliance with safety standards at all nuclear power plants.
Often involves both domestic and international legal instruments; clarity in referencing specific regulatory bodies enhances drafting precision.
/ˈnjuːkliər ˈrɛɡjʊlətəri lɔː/
Nuclear regulatory law mandates strict compliance with safety protocols in nuclear power plants.
Primarily concerned with statutes and regulations administered by governmental bodies such as nuclear regulatory commissions to control nuclear reactors and materials, balancing technological advancement with public safety.
/ˈnuːkliər ˈseɪfɡɑrdz/
The international agency enforces nuclear safeguards to monitor reactors and prevent illicit nuclear weapon development.
Often implemented through inspections, reporting requirements, and containment to balance peaceful nuclear use with security concerns.
/ˈnuː.kli.ər ˈseɪf.ti/
The agency's nuclear safety regulations require strict compliance to prevent catastrophic incidents.
In legal drafting, 'nuclear safety' often encompasses compliance with both international standards and domestic laws, emphasizing preventive measures and risk mitigation.
/ˈnjuːkliər ˈstrætədʒi/
The treaty negotiations focused heavily on each nation's nuclear strategy to prevent escalation.
In legal contexts, nuclear strategy often intersects with arms control agreements and international law governing warfare and weapons proliferation.
/ˈnuːkliər ˈwɛpənz/
The treaty prohibits the proliferation of nuclear weapons among non-nuclear states.
In legal contexts, 'nuclear weapons' commonly pertain to arms control, disarmament negotiations, and international treaties regulating their use and distribution.
/ˈnuːkliər ˈwɛpənz ˈtriːti/
The Nuclear Weapons Treaty set strict limits on the number of warheads each country could possess.
Often drafted with precise verification and compliance mechanisms to ensure enforceability and trust among states.
/ˈnjuːkliəs/
The nucleus of the contract lies in its essential terms and conditions.
The nucleus of shareholders exercised decisive control during the meeting.
In legal drafting, identifying the 'nucleus' of a matter helps clarify the focal point of disputes or agreements, enhancing precision and enforceability.
/ˈnʌdʒɪŋ/
The government employed nudging techniques to encourage citizens to save more for retirement.
Nudging relies on indirect suggestions rather than legal mandates, making it a tool in regulatory and policy design rather than a strict legal requirement.
/ˈnuː.səns/
The factory's emissions were declared a nuisance by the court.
The loud music late at night became a private nuisance to the neighbors.
In drafting, distinguishing between private and public nuisance is crucial, as the former affects individual rights, while the latter concerns the community or public at large.
/ˈnʌl/
The contract was declared null due to fraud.
The defendant's claim is null and cannot be considered.
Often used interchangeably with 'void'; however, 'null' specifically emphasizes total lack of legal effect from the outset.
/ˌnʌlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
The state's nullification of the federal law sparked a constitutional debate.
Nullification is often invoked in contexts of states' rights and constitutional law, highlighting conflicts between state and federal authority.
/ˈnʌlɪfaɪ/
The court nullified the contract due to fraudulent misrepresentation.
The appellate court nullified the lower court's ruling.
Used primarily in legal contexts to indicate the formal invalidation or cancellation of legal acts, nullification must be explicitly stated or implied by law.
/ˈnʌlɪti/
The contract was declared a nullity due to fraud.
The court ruled the marriage a nullity because it lacked consent.
Often used in contexts where an act or agreement is considered as if it never existed; drafting clarity requires explicitly stating grounds for nullity.
/ˈnʌmbər/
The case was assigned a docket number for easy reference.
The statute number appears at the top of the legal text.
In legal contexts, numbers often serve as unique identifiers for cases, statutes, or contracts, ensuring precise reference and organization.
/ˌnuːməˈrɒsɪti/
The court considered the numerosity of the class to determine whether a class action was appropriate.
Numerosity is a key factor in class action litigation, impacting whether the class is so large that individual suits would be impractical.
/ˈnʌŋk proʊ tʌŋk/
The court issued a nunc pro tunc order to correct the clerical error in the judgment.
Used primarily in legal contexts to validate actions or judgments as if they had been done at an earlier time; typically employed to fix procedural defects.
/ˈnʊrəmˌbɜːrɡ koʊd/
The Nuremberg Code laid the foundation for modern medical ethics.
The Nuremberg Code is pioneering in establishing voluntary consent as a legal and ethical necessity in human research, often referenced in bioethics and legal standards governing experimentation.
/ˈnɜːrs/
The nurse administered the prescribed medication to the patient.
The court appointed a nurse to look after the child's welfare during the custody dispute.
The plaintiff claimed the defendant failed to nurse the patient according to the agreed standards.
In legal contexts, 'nurse' may pertain both to licensed medical personnel and to caregivers appointed under legal authority; clarity depends on jurisdiction and case specifics.
/ˈnɜrs prækˌtɪʃənər/
The nurse practitioner conducted the patient’s initial evaluation and prescribed medication.
Term usage varies by jurisdiction; scope of practice and prescriptive authority for nurse practitioners are defined by statute or regulation.
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ əˈgriːmənt/
The hospital signed a nursing agreement with the staffing agency to ensure qualified nurses were supplied.
Nursing agreements often specify scope of nursing duties, confidentiality, and compliance with healthcare regulations.
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ kɛər/
The hospital was found liable for inadequate nursing care that violated patient rights.
Claims against the clinic focused on breaches in nursing care standards leading to patient harm.
In legal contexts, "nursing care" encompasses both the clinical acts and the legal responsibilities of nurses; usage often involves liability and standards of care concepts.
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ fəˈsɪləti/
The patient was transferred to a nursing facility after hospital discharge for long-term care.
In legal contexts, nursing facilities are often subject to specific regulatory standards and licensing requirements distinguishing them from other care settings.
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ hoʊm/
The family placed their grandmother in a nursing home to ensure she received proper medical care.
Legally, nursing homes are subject to specific regulations governing licensure, residents' rights, and standards of care, which vary by jurisdiction.
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ hoʊm əˈgriːmənt/
The nursing home agreement specified the resident's rights and the services the facility would provide.
This term often involves detailed provisions to protect residents' rights and clarify financial responsibilities, so precision in drafting is crucial.
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ ˈlaɪsəns/
She applied for a nursing license before beginning her work in the hospital.
A nursing license is jurisdiction-specific and usually requires passing standardized exams and meeting educational prerequisites.
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ laɪsənˈʃʊr/
She applied for nursing licensure before starting her job at the hospital.
Nursing licensure ensures that all practitioners meet the state's standards of competency.
Nursing licensure is pivotal in legal frameworks governing healthcare, ensuring public safety by verifying practitioner qualifications; clarity in statutory language regarding eligibility and scope is crucial.
/ˈnɜːrsɪŋ ˈpræktɪs ækt/
The Nursing Practice Act mandates that all registered nurses must renew their licenses every two years.
The term specifically refers to statutory law governing nursing practice, emphasizing scope, licensure, and disciplinary actions; drafters should note jurisdictional variations.
/ˈnuːtrɪənt/
The regulation mandates disclosure of all nutrients contained in the food product.
In legal texts, 'nutrient' typically arises in regulatory contexts such as food and environmental laws. Precise definition is important for compliance and consumer protection.
/ˌnuː.trɪˈʃən ˌfæks/
The Nutrition Facts on the cereal box list the calories and vitamins per serving.
Nutrition Facts labels must comply with regulatory standards, specifying serving size, calories, and nutrient amounts to ensure consumer awareness and prevent misbranding.
/ˈnuːtrɪʃən lɔː/
The nutrition law requires clear labeling of allergens on packaged foods.
Nutrition law often intersects with health and consumer protection laws; clarity in defining regulated products is essential in drafting.
/ˌnuːˈtrɪʃənəl ˈlɛbəlɪŋ/
The company was fined for failing to comply with nutritional labeling regulations on its products.
Nutritional labeling is frequently governed by specific statutes and regulations like the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) in the U.S., emphasizing accuracy and clarity to prevent deceptive marketing.
