Glossary of Personal Injury Law Terms

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Final Judgment: The written ruling on a lawsuit by the judge who presided at trial. This completes the case unless it is appealed to a higher court. Also called a final decree or final decision.

Fraud: Occurs when intentional false statements are made to entice a victim to give up something of value.