Michigan Laws > Chapter 435 > Act 438 of 2004 – Police Officers Memorial Day; Firefighters Memorial Day
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| § 435.351 | Police Officers Memorial Day; Firefighters Memorial Day |
| § 435.352 | Flags at public buildings; memorial ceremony |
Terms Used In Michigan Laws > Chapter 435 > Act 438 of 2004 - Police Officers Memorial Day; Firefighters Memorial Day
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- state: when applied to the different parts of the United States, shall be construed to extend to and include the District of Columbia and the several territories belonging to the United States; and the words "United States" shall be construed to include the district and territories. See Michigan Laws 8.3o
- Tort: A civil wrong or breach of a duty to another person, as outlined by law. A very common tort is negligent operation of a motor vehicle that results in property damage and personal injury in an automobile accident.