Predictive Analysis
/ˌprɪdɪktɪv əˈnæləsəs/
Definitions
- (n.) Use of statistical, machine learning, or data mining techniques to analyze current and historical data to make predictions about future or otherwise unknown events in legal contexts.
The lawyer employed predictive analysis to assess the likely outcomes of litigation based on past case data.
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- predictive analyses
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Commentary
In legal practice, predictive analysis supports decision-making by identifying trends or probabilities; clarity on data sources and model limitations is critical in drafting agreements involving such technologies.
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