Legal Definitions - pertain

Definition: To relate to; to concern.

Pertinent: Pertaining to the issue at hand; relevant.

Pertinent Art: See analogous art, relevant art under ART.

Per Totam Curiam: By the whole court.

Example: The new policy pertains to all employees.

Explanation: This example shows that the policy is related to or concerns all employees.

Example: The witness's testimony was deemed pertinent to the case.

Explanation: This example illustrates that the witness's testimony was relevant or related to the case.

Example: The judge considered the pertinent art before making a decision.

Explanation: This example shows that the judge reviewed the relevant or related art before making a decision.

Example: The court ruled per totam curiam, meaning the decision was made by the entire court.

Explanation: This example illustrates the use of the Latin term per totam curiam, which means by the whole court.