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Identify and state the historical significance of the following:
-Brook Farm
Forfeiture
The loss of property or rights as a penalty for violating a legal obligation or condition.
Civil RICO Lawsuit
A legal action brought under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) for claims involving a pattern of racketeering or illegal activities.
Predicate Offense
A crime that is a component of a larger crime or is required to be convicted for a charge, often used in the context of legal proceedings regarding complex fraud or organized crime.
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
A U.S. law that prohibits companies and their employees from bribing foreign officials to gain a business advantage.