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Legal Environment of Business
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Contract | Legally binding agreement between two or more parties. |
| Offer | Proposal showing willingness to enter contract. |
| Acceptance | Agreement to terms of offer. |
| Consideration | Exchange of value required in a contract. |
| Negligence | Failure to exercise reasonable care causing harm. |
| Trademark | Distinctive sign identifying goods or services. |
| Patent | Exclusive right to invention for set period. |
| Copyright | Protection for original works of authorship. |
| Trade Secret | Confidential business information giving advantage. |
| LLC | Limited Liability Company combining flexibility and protection. |
| Agency | Relationship where agent acts on behalf of principal. |
| Ethical Dilemma | Situation requiring choice between competing values. |
| Social Responsibility | Business obligation to contribute to society. |
| Administrative Law | Rules made by government agencies. |
| Tort | Civil wrongs not arising from contract |