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Simple English definitions for legal terms

maxim

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A quick definition of maxim:

A maxim is a short saying that expresses a traditional legal principle. It's like a rule that people have been following for a long time. For example, "possession is nine-tenths of the law" means that if you have something, it's hard for someone else to take it away from you. Another maxim is "let the buyer beware," which means that when you buy something, you need to be careful and make sure it's what you really want.

A more thorough explanation:

A maxim is a short and concise expression of a traditional legal principle. It is a principle that has been established over time and has become a standard in the legal system.

For example, "possession is nine-tenths of the law" is a maxim that means if someone has physical possession of something, they have a stronger legal claim to it than someone who does not. Another example is caveat emptor, which means "let the buyer beware." This maxim reminds buyers that they are responsible for checking the quality and suitability of a product before purchasing it.

Maxims are important because they provide guidance and clarity in legal matters. They are often used to support legal arguments and decisions. By using a maxim, lawyers can reference a well-established principle that has been accepted by the legal system for many years.

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join the ethically ambiguous legal field instead
Dkk
18:57
I want to meet an attorney that defends clients who run into flat earth problems. I want an attorney that knows and believes in flat earth theory.
19:05
i want a flat earther for president. i want a guy who posts on 4chan for president. i want someone who mogs for president.
Dkk
19:18
Exactly. My version of that awful poem.
Dkk
19:19
I can accept a president with maybe one or two of the poems traits hut good God, all of them??? No ty.
windyMagician
19:20
president who respects sex is crazy
windyMagician
19:20
we had bill clinton already
Dkk
19:21
Bill Clinton, first and last black president
windyMagician
19:23
I want to go running but my leg feels weird
windyMagician
19:23
it doesn't hurt its just tingly
Dkk
19:26
It needs more alcohol. You tingle when your nerves need watering.
19:27
try stretching it maybe to see what's up
windyMagician
19:27
stretches make me think it's just soreness
windyMagician
19:27
I'm sober lol
Dkk
19:38
Anyone else get the google notification that your LSD password has been compromised lol. LSD got hacked.
20:48
what.jpg @Dkk
CynicalOops
21:03
You think you just fell out of a coconut tree?
jackfrost11770
21:10
nope dk
CynicalOops
22:37
Calvinamala Harris
jackfrost11770
23:16
should i start using letterboxed again
Dkk
23:25
@jackfrost11770: if you want but like it aint for me
dk do u ever eat at bk
Dkk
23:48
@chickenburgahfart: I would do that in the Army if really desperate for food or if I had to work through lunch. One of the few fast food places I go to.
bk so slept on
Dkk
0:23
I will take In N Out everyday over it when I can though.
texaslawhopefully
1:22
In N Out is not only the best fast food place, but the prices too are fantastic
Dkk
1:27
Indeed, indeed.
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