Browse full definitions for every TY term in the Amicus glossary.
/ˈtaɪkuːn/
The tycoon was subpoenaed during the corporate fraud investigation.
Typically used informally; in legal writing, more precise terms like 'businessperson' or 'investor' are preferred.
/ˈtaɪp/
The statute defines various types of contracts with different requirements.
The paralegal typed the deposition transcript for review.
In legal drafting, specifying the 'type' of a document or entity aids clarity and precision in classification and application of rules.
/ˈtaɪp əˈpruːvəl/
The vehicle received type approval before it was allowed on the road.
The device obtained type approval from the telecommunications authority.
Type approval is critical in regulated industries to ensure safety and compliance; drafting should specify the exact standards and authorities involved.
/ˈtaɪp sərˌtɪfɪkət/
The manufacturer obtained a type certificate for the new aircraft model before entering production.
The type certificate ensures that the vehicle design adheres to all applicable safety regulations.
In aviation law, the type certificate is foundational for regulatory compliance and precedes airworthiness certification; ensure precision in referencing the issuing authority and scope of certification.
/ˈtaɪp ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
The aircraft was granted type certification after passing all safety tests.
Type certification ensures that new vehicle models meet regulatory requirements before sale.
In legal drafting, type certification typically refers to formal regulatory approval of a product design; it is distinct from individual item certification and confirms compliance before manufacturing or market entry.
/ˈtaɪp ˌreɪtɪŋ/
She obtained her type rating before flying the new model aircraft.
A type rating is distinct from a general pilot license and is specific to aircraft models requiring specialized training due to complexity or size.
/ˈtaɪpˌfeɪs/
The dispute involved the unauthorized use of a distinctive typeface in the plaintiff’s marketing materials.
In legal contexts, typeface distinction can be pivotal in intellectual property disputes concerning originality and brand identity.
/ˈtɪpɪkəl/
The typical contract includes clauses outlining the obligations of both parties.
A typical legal proceeding in this jurisdiction lasts six months.
In legal contexts, 'typical' often denotes normative or representative examples crucial for interpretation and comparison; it should not be confused with merely frequent or average instances.
/ˈtɪpɪkəl dɪˈfɛns/
The court considered the typical defense presented by the defendant, which involved challenging the evidence's credibility.
The term refers broadly to standard or habitual defenses rather than specialized or unique arguments; lawyers often prepare typical defenses as starting points in litigation.
/ˌtɪpɪˈkælɪti/
The typicality requirement ensures the plaintiffs’ claims adequately represent the entire class.
In legal drafting, typicality often arises in class action contexts, where it helps determine whether a named plaintiff’s claim is sufficiently representative of the class as a whole.
/ˌtɪp.əˈɡræf.ɪ.kəl ˈɛr.ər/
The contract was amended to correct a typographical error in the party's name.
Typographical errors are minor and typically corrected by amendment or judicial notice without altering legal rights or obligations.
/tai-ˈpɒɡ-rə-fi/
The typography of the contract ensured clear readability and prevented ambiguity.
In legal contexts, typography affects document clarity and enforceability, so precise type arrangement can influence interpretation and admissibility.
/ˌtɪpˈɑːlədʒi/
The scholar's typology of constitutional rights clarified fundamental freedoms across jurisdictions.
Typology in law aids in organizing complex legal materials into manageable categories for study and application.
/ˈtɪrəni/
The constitution was designed to prevent tyranny by limiting the powers of government.
Citizens protested against the tyranny of the dictator who ignored the rule of law.
In legal contexts, tyranny typically denotes abuse of power violating fundamental rights; drafting against it often involves embedding checks and balances.
/ˈtaɪrənt/
The citizens revolted against the tyrant who ignored the rule of law.
In legal contexts, 'tyrant' often connotes unlawful or illegitimate exercise of power, contrasting with lawful sovereign authority.
