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contemporaneous and practical interpretation

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A quick definition of contemporaneous and practical interpretation:

Contemporaneous and practical interpretation means understanding the meaning of a written document by looking at how it was made and what it was meant to do. This can include looking at the words used, the situation it was made for, and the purpose it was meant to serve. It is important to interpret a document in a way that makes sense and achieves its intended goal. Sometimes, there can be different ways to interpret a document, but the one that makes the most sense and achieves the intended goal should be chosen.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Contemporaneous and practical interpretation refers to an interpretation given at or near the time when a writing was prepared, usually by one or more persons involved in its preparation. It is also known as practical construction, practical interpretation, or contemporaneous and practical interpretation. This type of interpretation is used to determine the meaning and intention of a document, such as a constitution, statute, or contract, in accordance with judicial standards.

Example: A contract is signed between two parties, and a dispute arises over the meaning of a particular clause. The court may look to the contemporaneous and practical interpretation of the clause, which would involve examining any discussions or negotiations that took place between the parties at the time the contract was signed. This can help to determine the intended meaning of the clause and resolve the dispute.

Contemporaneous and practical interpretation is important because it can provide insight into the intended meaning of a document at the time it was created. This can be especially useful in legal disputes where the meaning of a particular clause or provision is in question.

contemporanea expositio | contemporaneous construction

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RoaldDahl
16:15
So if it means nothing does that mean something?
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:17
Possibly
RoaldDahl
16:26
Cool
RoaldDahl
16:26
thank you!!!! i hope it means something
pinkandblue
16:31
fart
IrishDinosaur
16:36
Mich R gang lesgooo
Did anyone else get that random get to know nova email?
HopefullyInLawSchool
17:21
Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
starfishies
17:37
Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
17:38
Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
17:38
Wtf
starfishies
17:39
and the deadline is in like a week what is this
any cardozo movement?
BatmanBeyond
18:01
Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
BatmanBeyond
18:02
This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
loci already?
BatmanBeyond
18:09
If the odds are like 1-2% I don't think it matters much by the numbers
12:11
I got the same NDLS email
OrangeThing
12:18
I think the user profiles are broken
19:29
Any word out of Notre Dame?
19:29
Only the invitation to apply for LSE
19:29
Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
19:50
when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
0:30
how am i supposed to spy on people when profile links are broken?
Right. Broken links smh
I've been UR since first/second week of Jan, no updates otherwise, is that a bad sign? At or above median LSAT and above 75th gpa.
The profile links are not working for me. anybody else?
13:18
i’m in the same boat mastermonkey but with lower stats. i hope i hear back by mid march
CheeseIsMyLoveLanguage
13:24
@mastermonkey45: Looking at some of the recent decisions in relation to when they went complete, I'd say it's a good sign. It seems many declines were sent within about 5-6 weeks of completion. Given those were applications that were SENT in January, I'd say that means you're still solidly in the running. :)
14:30
Sent an app to OSU in early december and have STILL not heard back
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