§ 31.370 Presumption of absence of negligence if defendant conducts criminal records check through Department of State Police

Terms Used In Oregon Statutes > Chapter 31 > Rules Governing Particular Claims for Relief > Actions Based on Failure to Conduct Adequate Criminal Records Check

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100
  • Probate: Proving a will
  • Settlement: Parties to a lawsuit resolve their difference without having a trial. Settlements often involve the payment of compensation by one party in satisfaction of the other party's claims.