Testimony

tes·ti·mo·ny

/ˈtestəˌmōnē/

noun

Relates to oral testimony given by witnesses before a Grand Jury or during a trial.

The witness appeared before the court to give his testimony.

Synonyms: evidence, sworn statement, attestation, affidavit, statement, declaration, assertion, affirmation; allegation, submission, claim, deposition

Tort

tort

/tôrt/

noun

This is a civil wrong rather than a criminal one. It relates to an intentional or negligent injury against property or a person. Breach of contract is deemed to be an exception.

He was suing for several torts that the man committed.

Synonyms: negligence, damages, assault, battery, fraud, wrongful death, conversion, trespass, defamation, libel, slander

* These terms are general in nature and should not be relied upon as legal advice. Different states may define terms differently. These terms are not designed to be legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Always seek advice from an attorney licensed in your state who is familiar with how your jurisdiction defines key legal terms that are important in your particular matter.

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