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What is a slip and fall case?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

A slip and fall case is a premises liability claim where an injured person must typically prove 4 elements: duty, breach, causation, and damages. It arises when a property owner or occupier fails to fix or warn about a dangerous condition that leads to a fall. This article explains common causes, legal duties, evidence, and […]

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Personal Injury Premises Liability

What is premises liability?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Premises liability is the legal rule that can make a property owner liable when someone is injured due to an unsafe condition on the property. Owners generally must keep premises reasonably safe and warn of known hazards for lawful visitors. This article explains owner duties, common hazards, and when you may have a claim. Premises […]

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What is product liability?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Product liability is a legal doctrine that can hold 3 parties—manufacturers, distributors, and sellers—responsible for injuries caused by defective products. It applies when a product is unreasonably dangerous due to a design defect, manufacturing defect, or inadequate warnings. This article explains the basics, common claim types, and what consumers can do after an injury. Product […]

Personal Injury Product Liability

What is strict liability?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Strict liability makes a person or company legally responsible for harm even without proving negligence or intent. It commonly applies to defective products, certain animal injuries, and abnormally dangerous activities like explosives. This article explains what strict liability is, when it applies, and key defenses and examples. Understanding Strict Liability in Simple Terms Imagine you […]

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What is gross negligence?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Gross negligence is an extreme form of negligence involving reckless disregard for others’ safety. It goes beyond simple carelessness and often involves knowingly ignoring a serious risk. This article explains how gross negligence differs from ordinary negligence, with practical examples and legal impact. Understanding Gross Negligence Gross negligence happens when someone acts with extreme carelessness […]

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What is negligence?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Negligence is a legal claim proven by 4 elements: duty, breach, causation, and damages. It applies when someone fails to act with reasonable care and that failure harms another person or property. This article explains the definition, how negligence is established, and common real-world examples. Negligence is a fundamental legal concept that affects millions of […]

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What is a tort?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

A tort is a civil wrong that causes harm or loss and gives the injured party the right to seek compensation in court. Unlike criminal law, tort cases are typically brought by private individuals or businesses for damages or other remedies. This article explains tort law, common tort types, and available legal remedies. A tort […]

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What is a judgment lien?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

A judgment lien is a court-authorized claim a creditor can record against your property after winning a money judgment and you don’t pay. It can attach to real estate and sometimes other assets, affecting your ability to sell or refinance until the debt is satisfied. This article explains how judgment liens work, how they’re recorded, […]

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What is a lien?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

A lien is a legal claim against property used to secure payment of a debt. It gives a creditor a right to be paid from the value of the property if the debtor doesn’t pay, such as with a mortgage or unpaid contractor bill. This article explains lien types, how liens attach, and how they’re […]

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What is equity law?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Equity law is a branch of law that provides 2 main remedies—injunctions and specific performance—when money damages aren’t enough. It developed to correct unfair outcomes under strict common law rules by focusing on fairness and justice. This article explains equity’s origins, core principles, and common equitable remedies. Equity law represents a fundamental part of our […]

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What is common law?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Common law is judge-made law that develops through court decisions and precedent rather than statutes, and it remains a primary source of rules in many U.S. states and other common-law countries. Courts interpret prior rulings to resolve new disputes, creating predictable standards that can change over time. This article explains how common law works, how […]

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Appellate Law Civil Litigation

What is precedent?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Precedent is a prior court decision that judges use as authority when deciding later cases with similar facts or legal issues. In common-law systems like the United States, binding precedent from higher courts generally must be followed, while persuasive precedent may guide outcomes. This article explains how precedent works, the difference between binding and persuasive […]

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