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in emulationem vicini

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A quick definition of in emulationem vicini:

Term: IN EMULATIONEM VICINI

Definition: This is a fancy Latin phrase that means doing something just to hurt or upset your neighbor, like building a really tall fence just to annoy them.

It's not a nice thing to do and it's not fair. If someone does something to you in emulationem vicini, it means they are being mean and not following the rules of fairness.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A cause of action brought solely to hurt or distress a neighbor.

Example: Building a high fence to block a neighbor's view or sunlight.

Explanation: This term refers to a legal action taken with the intention of causing harm to a neighbor. For example, if someone builds a high fence to block their neighbor's view or sunlight, the neighbor may have a cause of action for in emulationem vicini.

Definition: Arising out of the same transaction.

Example: A contract dispute between two parties who entered into the same agreement.

Explanation: This term refers to a legal issue that arises from the same transaction or agreement. For example, if two parties enter into a contract and later have a dispute over the terms of the contract, the dispute would be considered in eodem negotio.

Definition: Not fair; opposed to principles of equity.

Example: A court ruling that favors one party over another without justification.

Explanation: This term refers to a legal decision or action that is unfair or unjust. For example, if a court ruling favors one party over another without justification, it would be considered inequitable.

Definition: Before a court exercising equitable jurisdiction.

Example: A case heard in a chancery court rather than a court of law.

Explanation: This term refers to a legal case that is heard in a chancery court, which is a court that exercises equitable jurisdiction. This means that the court is focused on fairness and justice rather than strict legal rules.

Definition: A situation of unavoidable danger or risk.

Example: A person stranded on a deserted island with no food or water.

Explanation: This term refers to a situation where someone is in unavoidable danger or risk. For example, if a person is stranded on a deserted island with no food or water, they are in inescapable peril.

Definition: In actual existence; in being.

Example: A court case that is currently ongoing.

Explanation: This term refers to something that is currently in existence or being. For example, if a court case is currently ongoing, it would be considered in esse.

ineligible | in essentialibus

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11:52
p sure they call
cumsock
11:52
ig it only helps people who are ab to jump off a bridge if they dont get into YLS
Trismegistus
11:53
@cumsock: yeah, im not sure really, i think it's just that, life is what you make it, peace with your fate once it happens? idk, i agree with you though
HopefullyInLawSchool
11:53
Another day another dollar
@cumsock: yeah lmao guy is such a prick, my bad i had to settle for vandy
lilypadfrog
11:54
he is a terrible writer. his personal writing blog is shockingly bad
@lilypadfrog: are there flowers on your lily pad?
11:55
how was your first day of classes @knowledge
@KnowledgeableRitzyWasp: what are legit side hustles you have seen people do in LS?
lilypadfrog
11:56
LSAT tutoring
That is not an option for me lmao
lilypadfrog
11:57
@KnowledgeableRitzyWasp: yeah there are a couple thanks for asking
HopefullyInLawSchool
11:57
Guys this UPenn wave looks fake
11:57
I genuinely hate places that call because it turns things into a day-long stress instead of just being like oop I didn't get an email oh well
Trismegistus
11:58
how does it look fake
pleasepleasepleas
11:58
does Michigan call or email?
TackyProudYogurt
11:58
I have missed every A call I have received because I have a job and they all call at like 11 am
Trismegistus
11:58
what an excellent problem to have
am I being dumb to even think I have a chance at penn
should I just give up hope now
11:59
i tutored for the lsat in college lol, i went to a rich people school so the parents were happy to shell out money to a kid who didnt even have an official score yet
12:00
you have a great shot bulldog
the R's are killing any confidence I had
12:01
reddit says penn is calling, also same the umich r that early was disheartening
wonder what cornblatt is doing rn
lilypadfrog
12:01
stroking it
PuppyBot
12:01
lmaooo
i knew those group interviews existed for nefarious purposes
jackfrost11770
12:03
Oh I'm straight up not getting decisions until March am I
jackfrost11770
12:03
Awesome
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