Legal Glossary

Understanding legal terms simplified

Naturalization

Naturalization is the process by which a foreign-born individual officially becomes a U.S. citizen.

Negligence

Negligence is when someone acts carelessly or fails to act responsibly, causing injury or damage to another person.

No-Fault Insurance

No-Fault Insurance is an auto insurance system where your own insurance company pays for your medical expenses and lost wages after an accident, regardless of who was at fault. California is not a no-fault state for bodily injury claims.

Non-Disclosure Agreement

A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is a legal contract where you promise not to share your employer's confidential business information that you learn during your job.