Terminologies

• Force Majeure: A contract provision that frees both parties from obligation if an extraordinary event prevents performance.
• Case Digest: A concise summary of a legal case with key facts, legal issues, arguments, the court's decision, and reasoning.
• Status Quo: The last actual peaceful uncontested situation before a controversy.
• Affiant: A person who swears to the truth and accuracy of statements in an affidavit.
• Pro Bono: Free legal services provided voluntarily by lawyers for the public good.