Prior to the Codification of Victim's Rights, Crime Victims Had

question 48

True/False

Prior to the codification of victim's rights, crime victims had difficulty tracking the progress of their case.

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Definitions:

Duress

Unlawful pressure exerted upon a person to coerce them into an action against their will, often making a contract voidable.

Undue Influence

An unfair manipulation by one person over another, often leading the influenced party to make decisions that are not in their best interest.

Affirming Contract

The act of formally agreeing to the terms of a contract, thereby making it legally binding.

Hadley v. Baxendale

A foundational English contract law case that established the rule regarding the recoverability of damages for breach of contract based on foreseeability.