A matter which is pending before the Court is called sub judice. Parties to such a matter should not do anything that would affect the outcome of the case.
In law, discretion is defined as the ability of a judge to choose instead of where, how and with what severity to sentence a person who has been convicted.
The term refers to a lack of diligence and activity in making a legal claim, or moving forward with legal enforcement of a right, particularly regarding equity.
An event that breaks the string of legal motive and may result in the defendant not being criticised for the consequences of their action.
