Legal Terms Starting with T
Tenant
A person who rents or leases property from a landlord, with rights and obligations defined by the lease agreement.
Real EstateTestimony
Sworn statements made by a witness under oath during legal proceedings to establish facts.
Evidence LawThird Party
A person or entity not directly involved in an agreement or proceeding but affected by or having rights in it.
General Legal TermsTitle
Legal ownership and rights to property, evidenced by documentation showing chain of ownership.
Property LawTort
A civil wrong causing harm to another person or property, allowing the injured party to seek compensation.
Tort LawTrademark
A distinctive sign, symbol, or phrase legally registered to represent a company or product.
Intellectual PropertyTranscript
The official written record of court proceedings, including testimony, objections, and rulings.
Court ProcedureTrespass
Unlawful entry onto another person's property without permission or legal right.
Property LawTrial
A formal court proceeding where evidence and arguments are presented to determine the outcome of a legal dispute.
Trial PracticeTrust
A legal arrangement where a trustee holds and manages property for the benefit of designated beneficiaries.
Estate PlanningTrustee
A person or entity appointed to manage trust property and act in the best interests of beneficiaries.
Estate PlanningTenancy in Common
Property ownership by multiple parties with separate shares that can be individually transferred, without survivorship rights.
Property LawTestamentary
Relating to or provided by a will, taking effect only upon the testator's death.
Estate PlanningTestator
A person who creates a valid will designating how their property should be distributed after death.
Estate PlanningTheft
The unlawful taking of another's property with intent to permanently deprive the owner of it.
Criminal LawTortfeasor
A person who commits a tort, causing harm or injury to another through wrongful conduct.
Tort LawTreble Damages
Triple the amount of actual damages awarded by law in certain cases to punish and deter wrongful conduct.
Civil LitigationTrier of Fact
The jury or judge responsible for determining factual issues in a case based on presented evidence.
Trial PracticeTitle Insurance
Insurance protecting property owners and lenders against losses from title defects or ownership disputes.
Real EstateTakings Clause
Constitutional provision requiring just compensation when government takes private property for public use.
Constitutional LawTax Lien
A legal claim by government against property for unpaid taxes, taking priority over other creditors.
Tax LawTenancy by the Entirety
Property ownership by married couples with equal rights and survivorship, requiring joint action for transfer.
Property LawTender Offer
A public offer to purchase stock shares from existing shareholders, often in corporate takeover attempts.
Corporate LawTime is of the Essence
A contract clause making timely performance a material condition, allowing termination for late performance.
Contract Law