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inevitable discovery rule

In criminal procedure, the inevitable-discovery rule allows evidence that would otherwise be subject to suppression be admissible if the State can show that the evidence would have been inevitably and legally discovered by lawful means. 

informed consent doctrine

The informed consent doctrine is a legal principle that holds healthcare providers accountable for ensuring that their patients are fully informed about any medical procedures or treatments before they agree to them. The idea behind this principle is that individuals have the right to make informed decisions about their own health and that these decisions should be based on accurate and complete information.

infringement

Overview:

An infringement is a violation, a breach, or an unauthorized act. Infringement occurs in various situations. A harm to one’s right is an infringement. A violation of a statute is also an infringement. In a commercial contract, an infringement happens when one of the contracting parties breaches the terms stated in the contract.

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