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Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Definition: A legal obligation that is not only recognized by the law but is also enforceable.
Example: A doctor has a perfect duty to provide medical care to their patients. If they fail to do so, they can be held liable for medical malpractice.
This example illustrates the concept of a perfect duty because it is not only recognized by the law that doctors have a duty to provide medical care, but it is also enforceable through legal action if they fail to do so.