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case of first impression |
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case of first impression n. a case in which a question of interpretation of law is presented which has never arisen before in any reported case. Sometimes, it is only of first impression in the particular state or jurisdiction, so decisions from other states or the federal courts may be examined as a guideline. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Addressing a question of first impression, the court held that a custodial parent can recover damages from a nonparent third party who intentionally interferes with the parent's right to raise the child. Deciding a question of first impression in the state, the Fourth District Court of Appeals held in February that absent an agreement, therapists do not owe a professional duty to adult patients' parents. |
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