And at the end of the video, I also share my resource to help you get started with a personalized plan for your Legal English fluency!
Here's the link: https://www.ebeacademy.org/legalvocabularyquiz
In this video, I talk about the TOLES Exam, the ONLY certified English exam for lawyers.
In this video, we discuss:
What the TOLES Exam is
Example questions
Tips & Tricks for the exam
And at the end, I will share a resource on how to see if you're ready for this exam
If you have any questions, you can comment them below and I will answer them for you!
Have you heard about the Carbolic smoke ball? In today's video we are going to look at the curious case of the carbolic smoke ball; known to legal students the world over; that forced companies to treat customers honestly and openly and still has an impact today. Furthermore, it is a fantastic case to understand the four elements of en English contract.
Links mentioned in this video:
>> Vocabulary List
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In today’s video, we are going to talk about vicarious liability and look at the case study of WM Morrison Supermarkets Plc (Morrisons) v. Various Claimants [2020].
The decision of the Supreme Court in this case is a very important one. The decision builds on previous case law to provide further guidance as to what should be considered within the ordinary course of employment. It ensures businesses will not be liable for acts of their employees that are wholly outside their authorized remit.
Links mentioned in this video:
>> Vocabulary List
>> Judgment
>> Press summary (a great resource to enhance your understanding of the case)
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The tax season is upon us and I am sure that even though many of you are not tax advisors, learning a few basic terms about taxation in English could be helpful. That is why this week I've decided to teach some taxation vocabulary.
Do you know how you say 'declaración de la renta' in English? Or 'ejercicio fiscal'? or 'tramo del IRPF'?
Do you know how to structure sentences using them?
In this video, you will learn some taxation vocabulary that you SHOULD know as a lawyer, even if taxation is not your area of specialty. What are you waiting for? GO WATCH IT RIGHT NOW! I promise, your 5 minutes will be well spent!
In this week's video class, you will learn about different types of business structures and their possible impact on your client's life.
Strengthen your legal English as you broaden your knowledge of the business world!
Download the presentation from this link.
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In this week's video class, you will learn 20 most frequently seen words in a contract. Also, at the end of the video, I will show you a simple trick that you can use to remember this vocabulary forever-ish by devoting only 15 minutes a day.
Yes, you heard it right my friend. - Just 15 mins a day. Give it a try and you will fall in love with it forever.
To get access to this simple trick, download the pdf from this link.
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Today we are going to strengthen our Legal English vocabulary as we study this case on the Liability for Nuisance.
Don’t forget to download the presentation by clicking this link. Also, if you want to read the appeal, you can download it here.
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In this video class, we talk about the key points of the European Court of Justice's ruling on the case related to the Mortgage Loan Reference Index (Índice de Referencia de Préstamos Hipotecarios.)
We use the case as a backdrop to study some important Legal English vocabulary and we also discuss the implications of this judgment.
So don't miss it!!
Also, don't forget to download the presentation and the vocabulary taught in the video and if you'd like to read the judgment in detail - download it here.
P.S. If you are more of a reading person - don't worry! Check out my article on Linkedin.
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