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The legal maxim 'De minimis non curat lex' means the law pays attention to small details.
The legal maxim 'De minimis non curat lex' means the law pays attention to small details.
False
According to the legal maxim 'Ex dolo malo non oritur actio', a right action can arise out of fraud.
According to the legal maxim 'Ex dolo malo non oritur actio', a right action can arise out of fraud.
False
The legal maxim 'In personam' refers to actions against a person.
The legal maxim 'In personam' refers to actions against a person.
True
According to the legal maxim 'Necessitas non habet legem', necessity knows the law.
According to the legal maxim 'Necessitas non habet legem', necessity knows the law.
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The legal maxim 'Prima facie' means conclusive evidence that leaves no room for doubt.
The legal maxim 'Prima facie' means conclusive evidence that leaves no room for doubt.
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According to the legal maxim 'Ubi jus, ibi remedium', there is no remedy where there is no right.
According to the legal maxim 'Ubi jus, ibi remedium', there is no remedy where there is no right.
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Study Notes
Legal Maxims and Their Meanings
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De minimis non curat lex: The law generally does not concern itself with trivial matters or small details.
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Ex dolo malo non oritur actio: A legitimate legal action cannot arise from a dishonest or fraudulent act.
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In personam: This term refers to legal actions directed against a specific individual rather than property.
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Necessitas non habet legem: In times of necessity, legal constraints may become irrelevant or are set aside.
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Prima facie: Evidence that is sufficient to establish a fact unless disproven; it suggests a level of certainty that leaves little room for doubt.
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Ubi jus, ibi remedium: Where there is a right, there must be a remedy available; indicates the legal principle that rights should be enforceable.
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Test your knowledge of legal maxims with this quiz. Explore common Latin phrases used in the legal field such as 'Acta exteriora indicant interiora secreta' and 'Delegata potestas non potest delegari'. Challenge yourself to remember the meanings behind these important principles.
