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Simple English definitions for legal terms

bifurcate

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A quick definition of bifurcate:

Term: Bifurcate

Definition: Bifurcate means to split a legal case into two parts for trial. This is often done to decide if someone is guilty or responsible in the first part, and then to decide on the punishment or damages in the second part. For example, in a criminal case, the first part would determine if the person is guilty or not, and the second part would decide on the punishment. In a personal injury case, the first part would decide who is responsible, and the second part would decide on the amount of money to be paid for damages.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Bifurcate means to divide a legal case into two stages for trial. This is often done to determine liability or guilt in the first stage and damages or punishment in the second.

For example, in a criminal case, the first stage would determine whether the defendant is guilty or innocent. The second stage would determine the penalty or punishment for the crime. In a personal injury case, the first stage would determine who is at fault for the injury. The second stage would determine the amount of compensation the injured person should receive.

Example: In a lawsuit involving a car accident, the court may bifurcate the trial. The first stage would determine who was at fault for the accident. The second stage would determine the amount of damages the injured party should receive.

This example illustrates how bifurcation can be used to simplify complex legal cases. By dividing the trial into two stages, the court can focus on one issue at a time, making it easier to reach a fair and just decision.

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I mean if Fordham doesn't release today I will purposefully get on a train, go to new york, and then take the stinkiest shit inside the admission office's toilet (potentially clogging it and forcing them to get a plumber)
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9:35
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9:35
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WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:38
oh that's right USC might release
soapy
9:43
USC still has not looked at my app
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:43
when did you submit soapy?
soapy
9:44
10/16
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:44
to be fair it took them almost 2 months for me to go under review
soapy
9:44
Feelin a bit stressed, as I've got no date change for Michigan either despite applying 10/7
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:45
I have not had a date change either for Mich but I've seen people get in without one so who knows
I applied 9/25 to like 6 schools and some (Houston) have no date change yet so dw
soapy
9:46
But do people get in without addresses going long?
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:46
it's tough to tell because a lot of people type out their addresses long to begin with
soapy
9:46
Ah. I didn't. Looking back, my Mich supplement kind of sucks, so there's that
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