Word of the Week: Juror

Binding Precedent (Noun) Definition: A binding precedent refers to a decision made by a judge which must be applied in a later case subject to certain rules. We say that this decision is binding on or upon other judges or that other judges are bound by this precedent. MISTAKE ALERT!: An important point to note is the […]

Informed consent (noun) Definition: The acceptance or permission given with full awareness or knowledge of the possible consequences. Example: The doctor explained the treatment and the patient gave her informed consent to it. This word features in Episode 23 of the Study Legal English Podcast.

Bill (noun) Definition: A Bill can mean a proposed Act of Parliament before it has come into force. In the U.K. a Bill must be debated and approved by each House of Parliament – the House of Commons and the House of Lords, and then receive royal assent which means the King or Queen must agree […]

[:en] Word of the Week: Statutory Duty (noun) Definition: A duty, responsibility or obligation which is set out in a statute. A statute is a form of law which is in the form of an Act of Parliament. Example: The Lord Chancellor has a statutory duty to protect the independence of the judiciary. This word features in […]