Browse full definitions for every RI term in the Amicus glossary.
/ˈriːbɑː/
The lender was accused of charging riba, which is forbidden in Islamic finance.
Riba is a key concept in Islamic finance law, emphasizing the prohibition of interest to ensure ethical economic transactions in accordance with religious principles.
/ˈriːkoʊ/
The defendant was charged under Rico for his involvement in the criminal enterprise.
Rico is commonly used to refer to legal actions under the RICO statute; it is an acronym rather than a traditional legal term.
/ˈriːkoʊ ˌækt/
The prosecutor charged the defendants under the Rico Act for their involvement in the criminal syndicate.
Commonly referred to as the RICO Act, it is often cited in both criminal and civil cases involving patterns of illegal conduct within enterprises.
/ˈraɪdər/
The insurance policy included a rider that covered flood damage.
The senator attached a rider to the bill to fund a new highway project.
In contract and insurance contexts, riders serve as formal modifications that can add or limit coverage or obligations; in legislation, riders often introduce unrelated provisions that may affect bill passage.
/ˈrɪdɪkjuˌl/
The lawyer cautioned against ridiculing the witness during examination.
The court considered whether the ridicule amounted to a hostile work environment.
In legal drafting, ridicule can affect perceptions of credibility and may contribute to claims of harassment or defamation; carefully distinguish between legitimate criticism and ridicule.
/ˈraɪt/
The tenant has the right to quiet enjoyment of the property.
He took the right course of action by reporting the fraud.
Freedom of speech is often regarded as a fundamental human right.
In legal contexts, “right” often balances against duties and privileges; precise use distinguishes legal rights from moral or natural rights.
/ˈraɪt əˈɡɛnst sɛlf ɪnkɪmˌnɪfəˈkeɪʃən/
The defendant invoked the right against self-incrimination during the trial.
The confession was excluded under the right against self-incrimination.
This right primarily safeguards individuals from compelled testimonial evidence; it is central to criminal procedure and must be explicitly asserted to be effective.
/ˈraɪt ˈæŋɡəl/
The deed specifies the plot’s corner as forming a right angle to ensure precise boundary demarcation.
In legal drafting, specifying a right angle can help clarify precise boundary lines and avoid disputes.
/ˈraɪt əv ˈækˌsɛs/
The plaintiff asserted a right of access to the confidential records under the freedom of information law.
The easement granted a right of access over the neighbor's driveway.
The term applies broadly across contexts such as information law and property law; drafters should specify the scope to avoid ambiguity.
/ˈraɪt əv ˈækʃən/
The plaintiff asserted his right of action to recover damages.
Without a proper right of action, the court will dismiss the case for lack of standing.
The right of action refers specifically to the legal capacity to commence judicial proceedings and is distinct from the underlying cause or claim, which is the substantive basis for the suit.
/ˈraɪt əv ˈɛntri/
The landlord retained a right of entry to inspect the property with prior notice.
The creditor exercised the right of entry to inspect the debtor's business records.
Often subject to strict limitations to avoid trespass claims; clarity in drafting is essential to define scope, notice requirements, and permissible purposes.
/ˌraɪt əv fɜːrst rɪˈfjuːzəl/
The tenant had a right of first refusal to buy the property before the landlord sold it to someone else.
Under the shareholder agreement, the company holds a right of first refusal on any shares offered for sale.
Often included in contracts to preserve negotiating advantage; precise triggering events should be clearly defined to avoid disputes.
/ˈraɪt ʌv ɪnˈspɛkʃən/
The buyer exercised the right of inspection before closing the deal.
The right of inspection is often expressly negotiated in contracts, particularly in sales and lease agreements, and specifying scope and timing clearly can prevent disputes.
/ˈraɪt əv pɪˈtɪʃən/
Citizens exercised their right of petition to request new environmental regulations.
The right of petition is a fundamental democratic principle often enshrined in constitutional law, allowing citizens to seek governmental remedy or action. Drafting legislation should ensure it protects petitioners from retaliation.
/ˈraɪt əv pəˌzɛʃən/
The tenant has a right of possession to the apartment during the lease term.
The plaintiff asserted his right of possession against the trespasser.
The term emphasizes control and use of property separate from ownership; often significant in landlord-tenant and property dispute contexts.
/ˈraɪt əv pʌbˈlɪsɪti/
The celebrity sued the company for violating her right of publicity by using her image without permission.
Different states have varying statutes defining the scope of the right of publicity.
The right of publicity typically protects commercial interests in identity separate from privacy rights; its scope varies by jurisdiction, so precise statutory language and case law are critical when drafting or litigating.
/ˈraɪt əv ˈkwaɪət ɪnˈdʒɔɪmənt/
The tenant asserted the right of quiet enjoyment when the landlord repeatedly entered the apartment without notice.
This right is often implied in residential and commercial leases and protects tenants from wrongful eviction or substantial interference with use and enjoyment of the leased premises.
/ˈraɪt ʌv sɛlf-dɪˈfɛns/
The defendant claimed the right of self-defense to justify his actions during the assault.
Her attorney argued that the right of self-defense negated the charges of assault.
The right of self-defense must generally meet criteria of immediacy, necessity, and proportionality; its scope varies by jurisdiction.
/ˈraɪt əv səˈvɪvərʃɪp/
The property was held with a right of survivorship, so it did not pass through the deceased's estate.
The right of survivorship is typically associated with joint tenancy and tenancy by the entirety, distinguishing these from tenancy in common where no automatic transfer occurs on death.
/ˈraɪt əv weɪ/
The utility company has a right of way to access its power lines across private land.
Drivers must yield the right of way to pedestrians at crosswalks.
Often arises in property and transportation law; precise scope depends on jurisdiction and context—distinguishing between easements and right of way can be crucial.
/ˈraɪt əv wɪðˈdrɔːəl/
Consumers exercise the right of withdrawal to cancel online purchases within 14 days.
The right of withdrawal typically arises in consumer protection law, emphasizing clear time limits and notification procedures to prevent unfair obligations.
/ˈraɪt ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/
The lease included a right termination clause allowing the landlord to end the agreement with proper notice.
Due to the breach, the tenant exercised the right termination stipulated in the contract.
Commonly used in contracts to describe the specific legal grounds or provisions allowing one party to end the agreement; clarity in drafting is essential to avoid disputes.
/ˈraɪt tuː ə fɛər traɪəl/
The defendant asserted his right to a fair trial under the constitution.
Ensuring the right to a fair trial includes the appointment of counsel for indigent defendants.
The right to a fair trial is central to criminal and civil justice systems; precise procedural safeguards vary by jurisdiction but its core ensures fairness and impartiality.
/ˈraɪt tə ˈædɪkwət ˈhaʊzɪŋ/
The constitution guarantees the right to adequate housing as part of social welfare obligations.
This right encompasses physical accessibility, legal security of tenure, and affordability, requiring lawmakers to address systematic barriers to housing.
/ˈraɪt tuː æn ˈædɪkwət ˈstændərd ʌv ˈlɪvɪŋ/
The constitution guarantees the right to an adequate standard of living for all citizens.
This right is fundamental in international human rights law, notably articulated in Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; its scope may vary in domestic law, often requiring progressive realization due to resource constraints.
/ˈraɪt tə əˈsɛmbəl/
Citizens exercised their right to assemble peacefully in the town square.
The right to assemble is often linked with freedoms of speech and association; it's crucial to specify peaceful assembly to distinguish from unlawful gatherings.
/ˈraɪt tuː bi ˈfɔːrɡɒtn/
The right to be forgotten empowers individuals to remove outdated or irrelevant information from search results.
This right primarily arises under data protection law, notably the EU's GDPR, and must balance privacy interests against freedom of expression and public interest.
/ˈraɪt tuː bi hɜrd/
The judge ensured the defendant had the right to be heard before issuing a ruling.
The right to be heard is a fundamental aspect of procedural fairness and natural justice, often invoked to ensure parties receive notice and have an opportunity to respond before adverse decisions.
/ˈraɪt tə bi lɛt əˈloʊn/
The court affirmed the citizen's right to be let alone against intrusive searches.
This foundational privacy concept allows protection against governmental and private intrusions; drafters should note its broad and evolving nature in jurisprudence.
/ˈraɪt tu ˈkaʊnsəl/
The defendant invoked his right to counsel before the interrogation began.
Ensuring the right to counsel promotes fairness in civil as well as criminal cases.
The right to counsel is a fundamental safeguard in adversarial legal systems, often triggered by the initiation of formal charges; drafters should specify scope and conditions for applicability clearly.
/ˈraɪt tə daɪ/
The right to die is often debated in cases involving terminal illness and euthanasia.
Courts must balance the right to die with state interests in preserving life.
The right to die is often intertwined with debates on euthanasia and assisted suicide, requiring careful statutory or judicial interpretation to define its scope and limits.
/ˈraɪt tuː dɪˈsent/
The right to dissent is protected under constitutional law to safeguard freedom of expression.
The right to dissent is fundamental in democratic legal systems and often linked to protections under constitutional or human rights law.
/ˈraɪt tuː ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃən/
The right to education is protected under international human rights law.
The government must fulfill its obligations under the right to education by ensuring schooling is accessible to all children.
Typically enshrined in constitutional and international human rights instruments, its scope may vary by jurisdiction, including progressive realization and available resources.
/ˈraɪt tu ɪˈreɪʒər/
Under the GDPR, the right to erasure allows individuals to request deletion of their data when it is no longer necessary for the purpose collected.
Primarily used in data protection law, especially under the GDPR; it differs from but overlaps with the right to be forgotten, focusing on erasure upon request or legal requirement.
/ˈraɪt tə fuːd/
The right to food obliges governments to ensure that all citizens have reliable access to nutrition.
The right to food is often framed within international human rights treaties and policies emphasizing state obligations to respect, protect, and fulfill this right.
/ˈraɪt tə hɛlθ/
The constitution recognizes the right to health as essential for human dignity.
Laws enforcing sanitary living conditions support the right to health.
The right to health is often articulated in international treaties and domestic constitutions; drafting should clarify scope between access to health care and broader determinants of health.
/ˈraɪt tuː ˈhaʊzɪŋ/
The government enacted policies to uphold the right to housing for all citizens.
The right to housing is often rooted in human rights instruments and can involve both positive obligations on states and protection against forced evictions.
/ˈraɪt tə laɪf/
The right to life is protected under many international human rights treaties.
The right to life is central in discussions about the legality of assisted suicide.
Typically invoked in constitutional and human rights law, the term encompasses protection against arbitrary killing and is foundational in ethical and legal debates on life-related issues.
/ˈraɪt tuː pɪˈtɪʃən/
Citizens exercised their right to petition the legislature for changes in the law.
The right to petition is fundamental to democratic participation.
The right to petition is distinct from mere complaints; it involves formal submission to authorities and is constitutionally protected in many jurisdictions.
/ˈraɪt tu ˈprɪvəsi/
The court recognized her right to privacy in handling sensitive medical records.
The right to privacy is often balanced against the state's interest in security.
The right to privacy varies by jurisdiction and is frequently interpreted through constitutional, statutory, and common law doctrines, requiring careful contextual analysis.
/ˈraɪt tu ˈprɒpərti/
The right to property is protected under many constitutions worldwide.
International covenants safeguard the right to property against unlawful expropriation.
The right to property may be constitutional, statutory, or treaty-based, and it often balances individual ownership against public interest.
/ˈraɪt tə ˈproʊtɛst/
Citizens exercised their right to protest peacefully against the new legislation.
The right to protest is often protected under constitutional law but may be subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions to balance public order and individual freedoms.
/ˈraɪt tə rɪˈfjuz ˈtriːtmənt/
The patient exercised her right to refuse treatment despite the physician's recommendations.
Courts often uphold the right to refuse treatment as part of constitutional privacy protections.
This right hinges on the patient's competency and informed decision-making; it may be limited in emergencies or when overridden by law for public safety.
/ˈraɪt tu rɪˈmeɪn ˈsaɪlənt/
The defendant exercised the right to remain silent when questioned by the police.
Commonly invoked during custodial interrogation, this right serves as a safeguard against compelled self-incrimination under the Fifth Amendment in U.S. law.
/ˈraɪt tə rɪˈspɛkt/
The right to respect protects personal dignity under international human rights law.
Often linked with human dignity and privacy rights in constitutional and international human rights law; precise scope varies by jurisdiction.
/ˈraɪt tu ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən/
The government recognized the right to sanitation as fundamental to public health.
The right to sanitation is often articulated alongside the right to water and is crucial in international human rights law and sustainable development policies.
/ˈraɪt tə ˈʃɛltər/
The court affirmed the municipality's obligation to uphold the right to shelter for all homeless individuals.
Under the right to shelter, the city must offer emergency lodging during severe weather conditions.
The right to shelter is often intertwined with broader housing rights and social welfare law, requiring precise statutory or constitutional grounding to impose enforceable duties on governments.
/ˈraɪt tuː ˈsoʊʃəl sɪˈkjʊərəti/
The constitution guarantees the right to social security to all citizens.
This right often appears in constitutional and international human rights law, emphasizing state obligations to provide social protections.
/ˈraɪt tə ˈwɔːtər/
The constitution enshrines the right to water as essential for public health and dignity.
Various international treaties recognize the right to water as binding on signatory states.
The right to water is often framed within human rights law and international environmental law, emphasizing both individual access and broader resource management obligations.
/ˈraɪt tə wɜrk/
The state enacted a right to work law prohibiting mandatory union membership as a condition of employment.
In drafting, clarify whether 'right to work' pertains to statutory prohibitions on union membership requirements or more broadly to employment entitlements to avoid ambiguity.
/ˈraɪt tə noʊ lɔːz/
Right-to-know laws ensure workers are informed about the risks of chemicals they handle at work.
These laws focus on transparency and employee and public health, often mandating specific disclosures and training about workplace hazards.
/ˈraɪt tuː wɜrk lɔː/
The state enacted a right-to-work law to ensure employees could work without compulsory union membership.
Right-to-work laws vary by state and often influence union strength and labor relations policies.
/ˈraɪts ædˌʒuːdɪˈkeɪʃən/
The court’s rights adjudication resolved the dispute between the tenant and landlord.
Typically involves courts or tribunals assessing conflicting claims to rights, emphasizing the formal and binding nature of the determination.
/ˈraɪts əˈwɛrnəs/
Rights awareness programs are essential for empowering citizens to defend their legal entitlements.
Rights awareness is crucial for effective legal self-advocacy and access to justice; drafting materials should emphasize clarity to enhance comprehension.
/ˈraɪts ˌɛdʒəˈkeɪʃən/
The NGO organized a rights education program to inform citizens about their voting rights.
Rights education is often employed in public law and human rights advocacy to foster awareness and compliance with legal standards, emphasizing practical knowledge over theoretical discussion.
/ˈraɪts ɛnˈfɔːrsmənt/
The organization focuses on rights enforcement to protect consumer interests.
Effective rights enforcement is crucial for upholding intellectual property law.
Rights enforcement commonly involves both formal legal actions such as lawsuits and informal means such as negotiation; drafters should clarify the scope when using the term.
/ˈraɪts ˈhoʊldər/
The rights holder decided to license the intellectual property to a third party.
The rights holder filed a lawsuit for unauthorized use of the copyrighted material.
Commonly used in intellectual property law to denote who possesses enforceable rights; precision helps prevent disputes over entitlement.
/ˈraɪts ˈɪʃuː/
The company announced a rights issue to fund its expansion plans.
A rights issue specifically targets existing shareholders, distinguishing it from other capital-raising methods; clarity in drafting should emphasize the pre-emptive rights involved.
/ˈraɪts ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
Effective rights management ensures that copyright holders maintain control over their works.
The company implemented a digital rights management system to safeguard its software.
Rights management often involves detailed licensing agreements and technological measures; precision in defining scope of rights is critical in contracts and digital enforcement.
/ˈraɪts əv ˈænɪməlz/
The rights of animals movement advocates for laws against cruelty and exploitation.
The term typically encompasses various legal frameworks and philosophical debates concerning the extension of legal protections to animals beyond mere property status.
/ˈraɪts əv ˈɛntri/
The landlord exercised his rights of entry to inspect the premises for damage.
Health inspectors rely on rights of entry to access regulated businesses.
Rights of entry must often be explicitly defined in leases or statutes to avoid disputes over scope and timing; notice requirements commonly apply.
/ˈraɪts ˈɒfərɪŋ/
The company conducted a rights offering to raise capital while giving current shareholders priority.
Rights offerings are often used to raise capital without diluting existing shareholders’ ownership percentage by giving them a preferential subscription right.
/ˈrɪŋˌfɛnsɪŋ/
The company applied ring-fencing to safeguard the pension fund from creditors.
Ring-fencing rules require banks to separate retail banking activities from riskier investment operations.
Ring-fencing is commonly used in corporate and regulatory contexts to isolate risks; drafters should specify the extent and mechanism of separation clearly to avoid ambiguity.
/ˈraɪət/
The protest escalated into a riot resulting in several arrests.
The defendants were charged with inciting a riot during the demonstration.
In legal contexts, 'riot' often requires proof of concerted violent action by a group; distinct from mere protests or isolated acts of violence.
/ˈraɪət kənˌtroʊl/
Authorities employed riot control measures to disperse the protest before it escalated.
Riot control typically involves non-lethal tactics and is distinct from general crowd control by its focus on violent or tumultuous disturbances.
/ˈraɪət kənˌtroʊl lɔː/
The Riot Control Law permits law enforcement to deploy tear gas and water cannons during public unrest.
The term specifically encompasses legal provisions enabling state actors to manage riots; drafting should clarify permissible methods and safeguards against abuse.
/ˈrɪpɛriən lɔː/
Riparian law governs how landowners may use water from a river that runs through their property.
Riparian law typically applies in jurisdictions following the riparian doctrine, emphasizing reasonable use by adjacent landowners rather than absolute ownership.
/ˈrɪp.ɚ.i.ən ˈraɪts/
The farmer exercised his riparian rights to draw water from the stream on his property.
Riparian rights balance water use between neighboring properties.
Riparian rights typically depend on land adjacency to water and include reasonable use principles; drafting should clearly specify water use limits and neighboring rights.
/ˈraɪp dɪsˌpjuːt/
The court dismissed the motion, determining that there was no ripe dispute to adjudicate.
The term 'ripe dispute' is critical in determining whether a court has jurisdiction to hear a case; a dispute must be ripe—not premature—to be justiciable.
/ˈraɪp.nəs/
The court dismissed the case for lack of ripeness, as the dispute was premature and contingent on future events.
The ripeness of the option to purchase depended on the tenant meeting certain conditions first.
Ripeness often requires a concrete dispute and not a hypothetical or speculative claim for courts to exercise jurisdiction.
/ˈrɪp.əl/
The court's ruling caused a ripple across related case law.
The new regulation rippled through the industry, affecting compliance standards.
In legal writing, "ripple" is often metaphorical, describing the spread or secondary impact of decisions rather than a literal wave; clarity is advised when using it to ensure precise meaning.
/ˈrɪp.əl ɪˌfɛkt/
The court acknowledged the ripple effect of the ruling on future contract disputes.
Often considered when assessing secondary legal impacts, especially in balancing policy or precedent implications.
/ˈrɪsk/
The contract includes provisions to allocate risk between the parties.
The company risked penalties by failing to comply with the safety regulations.
In legal contexts, 'risk' often refers to potential liability or loss tied to actions or omissions, and is a central concept in contract allocation and insurance law.
/ˈrɪsk əkˌsɛptəns/
The company’s risk acceptance was documented to acknowledge potential liabilities openly.
Risk acceptance is often formalized in risk management policies within contracts or corporate governance to clarify that certain risks are deliberately tolerated.
/ˈrɪsk ˌæləˈkeɪʃən/
The contract's risk allocation clause specifies which party bears liability for environmental damages.
Effective risk allocation can prevent protracted litigation and financial loss.
Risk allocation clauses are critical in contracts to clarify responsibility and avoid disputes; precise drafting is essential to ensure enforceability.
/ˈrɪsk əˌnæləsɪs/
The legal team conducted a risk analysis before finalizing the merger agreement.
In legal contexts, risk analysis often focuses on potential liabilities and regulatory exposures; precise documentation enhances enforceability and clarity.
/ˈrɪsk ˈænəlɪst/
The risk analyst prepared a report outlining the legal risks associated with the merger.
In legal contexts, risk analysts often focus specifically on compliance, regulatory, and contract-related risks, making their assessments crucial for preventing legal disputes.
/ˈrɪsk ˈæpɪtaɪt/
The board established the company's risk appetite to guide its investment decisions within acceptable parameters.
Risk appetite informs governance policies and regulatory compliance frameworks by defining acceptable risk thresholds.
/ˈrɪsk əˌsɛsmənt/
The company conducted a thorough risk assessment before launching the new product to ensure compliance with regulations.
Risk assessments in legal contexts focus on anticipating and minimizing potential exposures to litigation or regulatory penalties.
/ˈrɪsk əˌsɛsər/
The risk assessor provided a detailed report on compliance vulnerabilities affecting the contract.
This role is crucial in legal due diligence and regulatory compliance, where understanding potential liabilities preempts enforcement actions.
/ˈrɪsk əˌvɔɪdəns/
The company adopted risk avoidance to prevent any potential liability from hazardous operations.
Risk avoidance is distinct from risk mitigation and risk transfer as it seeks to completely eliminate exposure rather than reduce or shift it.
/ˈrɪsk kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/
Effective risk communication is essential to ensure public understanding during an environmental crisis.
Focuses on clear, transparent exchange to mitigate legal liabilities and support compliance in regulated domains.
/ˈrɪsk ˌɛvəˈluːeɪʃən/
The legal team conducted a thorough risk evaluation before advising on the merger.
Often used in contract drafting and corporate governance to anticipate potential liabilities and regulatory exposures.
/ˈrɪsk ˈɡʌvərnəns/
Effective risk governance is essential for corporations to mitigate liability and uphold fiduciary duties.
Risk governance emphasizes the legal structures and responsibilities surrounding risk-related decision-making, distinct from general risk management which may be broader and less formalized.
/ˈrɪsk ˈhændlɪŋ/
Effective risk handling is crucial in contract negotiations to avoid future disputes.
In legal drafting, specifying risk handling measures helps allocate responsibility and reduce exposure to legal claims.
/ˈrɪsk aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Effective risk identification helps parties anticipate and mitigate possible breaches in contract performance.
Risk identification is a foundational phase in legal risk management, crucial for drafting enforceable agreements and ensuring regulatory compliance.
/ˈrɪsk ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
Effective risk management is essential for ensuring corporate compliance with regulatory requirements.
The company implemented a comprehensive risk management strategy to reduce potential litigation costs.
Risk management in legal contexts often involves balancing regulatory adherence and exposure to liability; precise documentation is key for defensibility during disputes.
/ˈrɪsk ˈmænɪdʒmənt kəˈmɪti/
The Risk Management Committee reviewed the company's exposure to market volatility.
Typically composed of senior executives and experts, this committee plays a key governance role in legal compliance and corporate risk policies.
/ˈrɪsk ˈmænɪdʒmənt ˈsɔftwɛr/
The law firm implemented risk management software to ensure regulatory compliance and reduce liability.
When drafting contracts involving risk management software, clarify the scope of risk types covered and data privacy obligations.
/ˈrɪsk ˈmænɪdʒər/
The risk manager developed new compliance protocols to reduce the company’s exposure to litigation.
In legal contexts, the risk manager often collaborates with compliance and legal teams to align risk mitigation strategies with regulatory requirements.
/ˈrɪsk ˌmɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Effective risk mitigation clauses in contracts protect parties from unforeseen liabilities.
In legal drafting, clear specification of mitigation measures helps allocate responsibilities and reduce dispute potential.
/ˈrɪsk əv lɔs/
Under the contract, the risk of loss passes to the buyer upon delivery to the carrier.
The risk of loss is often allocated by contract terms and can depend on the delivery terms (e.g., CIF, FOB); clear drafting on when risk passes is crucial to avoid disputes.
/ˈrɪsk ˈpɪriəd/
The insurer covers any damages that occur within the risk period stated in the policy.
The risk period for the securities offering extends from the filing until the offering is complete.
Typically used in insurance and securities contexts to define the temporal boundaries of risk exposure; precise definition may vary by jurisdiction or contract.
/ˈrɪsk ˈpuːlɪŋ/
Insurance companies use risk pooling to spread liability among policyholders, minimizing individual exposure.
Risk pooling is central in drafting insurance agreements and financial risk regulations to balance exposure and coverage among participants.
/ˈrɪsk ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
Environmental agencies implement risk regulation to control pollutants and protect public health.
Risk regulation often involves balancing risk reduction with economic and social costs, requiring clear legal frameworks.
/ˈrɪsk rɪˈtɛnʃən/
The company engaged in risk retention to manage its exposure to minor claims internally.
Risk retention allows organizations to control costs by avoiding premiums but requires adequate reserves.
Risk retention is a key concept in insurance law and corporate risk management, emphasizing intentional retention of risk rather than incidental or unplanned exposure; drafting should clarify if risk retention is voluntary and strategic.
/ˈrɪsk ˈʃɛrɪŋ/
The partnership agreement included a risk sharing clause to distribute liability among the members.
Risk sharing in insurance policies encourages policyholders to avoid small claims.
Risk sharing clauses require clear drafting to define the scope and limit of each party’s liability, ensuring enforceability and clarity in dispute resolution.
/ˈrɪsk tu ˈʌðərz/
The court considered the risk to others before granting bail.
This term is often used in contexts assessing legal responsibility or when balancing freedoms against potential harm to third parties.
/ˈrɪsk ˈtɒlərəns/
The contract was drafted with a high risk tolerance, allowing for some uncertainty in liability outcomes.
In legal contexts, risk tolerance often guides negotiation strategies and contract terms to balance acceptable exposure to harm or loss.
/ˈrɪsk trænsˌfɜr/
The company used risk transfer provisions to shift liability to its insurer.
Risk transfer is commonly employed in construction contracts to allocate responsibility for damage.
Risk transfer is often embodied in contractual clauses and insurance policies; drafters should clearly specify scope and conditions to avoid disputes.
/ˈrɪsk beɪst ˈkæpɪtl/
The insurer increased its risk-based capital to comply with regulatory requirements.
Risk-based capital requirements vary by jurisdiction and aim to ensure financial stability by aligning capital reserves with risk exposure.
/ˈrɪsk beɪst ˈkæpɪtl rɪˈkwaɪərmənts/
Banks must maintain risk-based capital requirements to protect against potential losses.
Typically used in banking and insurance regulation to ensure solvency; often calibrated under international frameworks like the Basel accords.
/ˈrɪsk beɪst ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃən/
The agency adopted risk-based regulation to focus inspections on industries with higher likelihood of non-compliance.
Risk-based regulation emphasizes efficiency by aligning regulatory efforts with the magnitude and probability of potential harm, thus requiring careful risk assessment and management.
/ˈrɪskˌweɪtɪd ˈæsɛts/
Banks must hold capital proportional to their risk-weighted assets to ensure financial stability.
Risk-weighted assets are central in banking regulation to quantify the risk exposure and determine minimum capital buffers under frameworks like Basel III.
/ˈrɪtʃuəl/
The ceremony followed the ritual required for the transfer of title.
In legal contexts, rituals often refer to formal acts required to make a process valid; careful adherence is crucial to uphold legal effect.
/ˈrɪvəlri/
The rivalry between the two companies led to multiple patent infringement lawsuits.
There was a rivalry over the ownership of the disputed land parcel.
In legal contexts, rivalry often refers to competing interests or claims that may lead to litigation or dispute resolution processes.
/ˈrɪvər/
The property boundary extends to the middle of the river.
In legal contexts, the classification of a river as navigable or non-navigable can significantly affect jurisdiction and property rights.
/ˈrɪvər ˈbeɪsɪn ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
The government enacted comprehensive river basin management laws to prevent water pollution and conflict among users.
Often involves balancing competing demands for water among agriculture, industry, and ecosystems, requiring coordinated policy across jurisdictions within the basin.
