cases in progress
[/ˈkeɪsɪz ɪn ˈprɑːɡres/]
noun phrase
casos em andamento
1. Legal or administrative matters that are currently being handled or processed but have not yet reached a final decision or resolution
The judge has 47 cases in progress and expects to resolve them by next quarter.
O juiz tem 47 casos em andamento e espera resolvê-los até o próximo trimestre.
2. Investigations, inquiries, or proceedings that are actively underway
The police department reported several homicide cases in progress.
O departamento de polícia reportou vários casos de homicídio em andamento.
3. Business matters or projects that are currently being executed or managed
We have 12 cases in progress for our corporate clients.
Temos 12 casos em andamento para nossos clientes corporativos.
This phrase is predominantly used in legal, law enforcement, and business contexts across both American and Brazilian cultures. In Brazil, the phrase 'casos em andamento' is standard terminology in the judicial system (Poder Judiciário) and is frequently used in formal reports and statistics about court proceedings. The concept reflects concerns about judicial delays, which is a significant issue in the Brazilian legal system.
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