§ 45.1 What is the purpose of this part, and to what license proceedings does it apply?
§ 45.2 What terms are used in this part?
§ 45.3 How are time periods computed?
§ 45.4 What deadlines apply to the trial-type hearing and alternatives processes?

Terms Used In CFR > Title 43 > Subtitle A > Part 45 > Subpart A - General Provisions

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • Discovery: Lawyers' examination, before trial, of facts and documents in possession of the opponents to help the lawyers prepare for trial.
  • Interrogatories: Written questions asked by one party of an opposing party, who must answer them in writing under oath; a discovery device in a lawsuit.
  • Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.