What is criminal law?

What is criminal law?

Criminal law defines criminal offenses and the punishment of individuals and groups who commit crimes using a system of legal rules. Only the government can initiate a criminal proceeding; individuals can not file criminal charges. Broadly defined, criminal law refers...
Litigation FAQs

Litigation FAQs

What are litigated claims? Litigated claims are non-filed legal positions but can also refer to cases that are filed with a court. What does litigation mean in a settlement? A settlement involves a negotiation process where the parties agree to resolve the dispute...
What are litigation risks?

What are litigation risks?

Litigation risk refers to the possibility that an individual or business will face legal action due to their actions, services, inaction, or products. Litigation risk assessment Some organizations will use a litigation risk assessment to provide a concise, early...