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special issue

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A quick definition of special issue:

A special issue is a specific topic or theme that is the focus of a publication or a set of questions in a lawsuit. In a lawsuit, a special interrogatory is a written question submitted to the opposing party as part of the discovery process. A special verdict is a written finding by a jury on a specific issue that supplements a general verdict. The term "special issue" is also used to refer to a written jury question whose answer is required to supplement a general verdict in some states.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A special issue is a specific topic or theme that is the focus of a publication or a section within a publication. It can also refer to a written question submitted to an opposing party in a lawsuit as part of discovery.

Example 1: A magazine may have a special issue dedicated to a particular holiday, such as Christmas or Halloween. This issue would feature articles, stories, and images related to that holiday.

Example 2: In a legal context, a special issue refers to a written question submitted to an opposing party in a lawsuit. For example, a plaintiff may submit a special issue to the defendant asking for specific information related to the case.

The examples illustrate how a special issue can be used in different contexts. In both cases, it refers to a specific focus or topic that is different from the usual content.

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AngryMiniCar
17:01
Yesss take the gap
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
17:01
Unless you have like a 4.3 CAS GPA and crazy softs (softs are the non-quantifiable elements in your application that set you apart from others with similar stats)
AngryMiniCar
17:01
^^
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
17:02
But even so, enjoy being young, trying something you won't have time to try once you're a law student/lawyer
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
17:03
And that thing will make your application sparkle
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
17:03
It will also make you sparkle (hopefully!)
NosyBeagle
17:03
take it from me: don't rush to take the lsat while you're trying to finish school you're gonna get a poopy score, and have to try again later anyways so be smart and take a load off. you got this
well unfortunately my gpa is sitting at a 3.5 or so because i did get a c in calc when i was 15... but i did see retaking classes doesnt affect the lsac gpa but again thank you guys!! luckily these two semesters aren't too bad for me but hopefully i can find something aligned with my interests to help me w that
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
17:06
What was it like starting college at... 15?
AngryMiniCar
17:07
15????
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
17:07
I mean I'm just doing the math (I think)
NosyBeagle
17:07
a 3.5 is still good.
NosyBeagle
17:07
also don't go on r/lawschooladmissions cus they're gonna tell you to die pretty much
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
17:09
What are your career goals? Why do you want to be a lawyer? Asking both because you'll need to get clear on that for your admissions essays and because I'm super curious lol
NosyBeagle
17:10
^^
So I did dual enrollment and summer classes for my paralegal cert (that I haven’t finished) and not ACTUALLY started college. I barely graduated hs last year actually! But I wanted to originally work gov because I did get sexually assaulted as a child and recently had trial 3 weeks ago (after the case became a 3-4 year ordeal) and he was actually acquitted of all charges UNFORTUNATELY but that kinda inspired me when I was younger
NosyBeagle
17:13
I'm so sorry to hear that ): I think you'd be a strong advocate for kids.
And I do know im going to get paid peanuts as some may put it so if im in debt maybe ill do whatever, and i do know corporate is a stretch but i have been working since i was 14 so i feel like id be able to handle the workload of that… and just do pro bono cases if i dont want to be “poor” for long
And thank you! It definitely hasn’t been easy and I have been trying to be more vocal about that recently especially on social media and getting my story out
NosyBeagle
17:22
Yes I defintely think you deserve a BREAK and hopefully you do too. You've been through so much. Also u can totally minimize ur debt with saving a buttload of money. but it is ok. all of us are gonna be in the hole for awhile
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
18:03
I'm sorry that happened to you! Definitely agree with the above, you definitely deserve a break. Hopefully you can find something that pays bills and gives you some peace and enjoyment, then jump into law school grounded and rested. (Sorry for the slow reply, hope you see it)
ParallelAgreeableOrangutan
18:06
We are rooting for you
Bettercaulsaul
21:46
Minor set back for a major comeback you got this
23:20
@ParallelAgreeableOrangutan: I appreciate u always hyping everyone up and being a stand up person/giving good advice on here, bravo
23:21
@GratefulSpecialSloth: things can change fast, aim for small incremental improvements each day and you will get where you need to be! Rooting for you as well!
AngryMiniCar
10:17
Another day another grind
hello lsd law
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good luck to my june lsat loves
@llama: omg did u pick a school????
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