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Editorial Standards

Purpose of These Standards

Legalese is an educational website created for readers who want to understand law without being lawyers. These editorial standards explain how content is developed, reviewed, and presented. Their purpose is to ensure that explanations are accurate, neutral, and focused on reader understanding.

All content published on Legalese is intended for general informational and educational use only. It is not legal advice and should not be relied on as a substitute for consulting a qualified attorney.

Source Selection and Review

Legalese bases its explanations on written law and publicly available legal materials. Sources may include statutes, regulations, constitutional provisions, case law, court opinions, and other authoritative public records. When relevant, both statutory and common law principles are considered.

Content is developed by reviewing the original legal text rather than summaries or commentary alone. The goal is to explain what the law says and how it is structured, not to advocate for a particular interpretation or outcome.

Accuracy and Updates

Accuracy is treated as a priority. Legal concepts are explained using the language of the law itself, translated into plain terms for accessibility. When laws are amended or legal standards evolve, existing content may be updated to reflect those changes.

Because law can vary by jurisdiction and change over time, readers are encouraged to treat all explanations as general background information rather than current or situation-specific guidance.

Neutrality and Plain Language

Legalese aims to explain law in a neutral, descriptive manner. Articles focus on explaining legal rules, procedures, and frameworks as they exist, without persuasion or opinion. Where multiple interpretations or approaches exist, this is noted without endorsing one.

Complex legal language is translated into clear, straightforward explanations whenever possible. The emphasis is on helping readers understand structure, terminology, and process rather than memorizing legal jargon.

Limits of the Content

Legalese is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice, legal opinions, or legal representation. Nothing on this site creates an attorney-client relationship. Content is not tailored to individual circumstances and should not be used to make legal decisions.

Readers who need advice about a specific legal issue should consult a licensed attorney or other qualified professional in the appropriate jurisdiction.

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