Legal Terms Starting with G
Garnishment
Legal process allowing creditors to seize wages, bank accounts, or other assets to satisfy a debt or judgment.
Civil ProcedureGood Faith
Honest intention and fair dealing in transactions and legal proceedings without intent to defraud or deceive.
Contract LawGrand Jury
A group of citizens who review evidence to determine whether sufficient cause exists to charge someone with a crime.
Criminal ProcedureGrant
The transfer of property or rights from one party to another, typically used in real estate and legal instruments.
Property LawGrantor
The person or entity transferring property, rights, or interests to another party (the grantee).
Property LawGrievance
A formal complaint alleging wrongful treatment, often used in employment or labor disputes.
Employment LawGross Negligence
Extreme carelessness showing reckless disregard for others' safety, more severe than ordinary negligence.
Tort LawGuarantee
A promise or assurance that certain conditions will be met, or agreement to be responsible for another's debt or obligations.
Contract LawGuardian
A person appointed by court to make decisions for and protect the interests of a minor or incapacitated adult.
Family LawGuardian Ad Litem
A court-appointed representative for a child or incapacitated person in legal proceedings to protect their interests.
Family LawGuilty
A verdict or plea acknowledging responsibility for committing a crime or civil wrong.
Criminal LawGeneral Damages
Compensation for non-monetary losses like pain, suffering, or emotional distress that naturally result from wrongful conduct.
Tort LawGeneral Partner
A partner in a business with unlimited personal liability and authority to manage partnership operations.
Business LawGift
Voluntary transfer of property without consideration or compensation, requiring intent, delivery, and acceptance.
Property LawGood Samaritan Law
Statutes protecting individuals from liability when providing emergency assistance in good faith to injured persons.
Tort LawGrandfather Clause
A provision exempting existing situations or persons from new rules or regulations that would otherwise apply.
Administrative LawGrantee
The person or entity receiving property, rights, or interests from a grantor in a legal transfer.
Property LawGround Lease
A long-term lease of land where the tenant owns improvements but not the underlying land.
Real EstateGrounds
The legal basis or foundation for a lawsuit, claim, defense, or court decision.
General Legal TermsGag Order
A court order prohibiting parties, attorneys, or witnesses from publicly discussing case details to ensure fair proceedings.
Court Procedure