Preterm Birth, Also Known as ________, Is the Birth of a Fetus

question 51

Short Answer

Preterm birth, also known as ________, is the birth of a fetus well before the nine-month pregnancy period is complete.

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Definitions:

Actual Malice

Knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard for the truth, especially in defamation law regarding public figures.

Tort Law

Tort law governs the legal process for civil wrongs, where a person's actions unintentionally cause harm or loss to another, leading to legal liability.

Compensate

To provide something, often financial remuneration, in exchange for something lost, damaged, or spent; to make amends or give an equivalent.

Criminal Offenders

Individuals who have been convicted or are accused of committing a crime against laws established by society or the state.