Verdict
Verdict
Verdict (/ˈvɜːrdɪkt/; from Latin veredictum meaning "to say the truth") is a term used in the field of law to denote the formal finding or decision made by a jury on matters or questions submitted to them by a judge.
Etymology
The term "verdict" is derived from the Latin word veredictum, which is a compound of verus (true) and dictum (saying). Thus, it literally translates to "to say the truth".
Related Terms
- Judgment: A formal decision given by a court.
- Trial: A formal examination of evidence before a judge, and typically before a jury, in order to decide guilt in a case of criminal or civil proceedings.
- Jury: A body of people (typically twelve in number) sworn to give a verdict in a legal case on the basis of evidence submitted to them in court.
- Judge: A public official appointed to decide cases in a court of law.
Usage in Medical Field
In the medical field, the term "verdict" is often used in the context of medical malpractice cases. A medical verdict is the decision made by the jury regarding whether a healthcare provider is guilty of medical negligence or not.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Verdict
- Wikipedia's article - Verdict
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