Glossary of Tort Law Terms

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Named Plaintiffs: The originators of a class action suit.

Negligence: A failure to use the degree of care that a reasonable person would use under the same circumstances.

Nolo Contendere: No contest-has the same effect as a plea of guilty, as far as the criminal sentence is concerned, but may not be considered as an admission of guilt for any other purpose.

Notary Public: A person authorized to witness the signing of documents.

Notice Appeal: The document a person must file with the trial court in order to pursue an appeal.