foreign cases
[/ˈfɒrən ˈkeɪsɪz/]
nounpl: foreign cases
casos estrangeiros
1. Legal cases or lawsuits that involve parties, evidence, or jurisdiction outside one's own country
The law firm specializes in handling foreign cases involving international disputes.
O escritório de advocacia se especializa em lidar com casos estrangeiros envolvendo disputas internacionais.
2. Criminal cases or incidents that occur in or originate from countries other than the home country
The detective was assigned to investigate foreign cases for Interpol.
O detetive foi designado para investigar casos estrangeiros para a Interpol.
3. Medical or academic case studies from international sources or locations
The medical journal published several foreign cases of rare diseases.
A revista médica publicou vários casos estrangeiros de doenças raras.
This term is primarily used in legal, medical, and academic fields. In Brazil, it's commonly referenced in international law discussions and by legal professionals handling cross-border disputes. In the United States, 'foreign cases' is standard terminology in federal courts and international law practice. The concept has become increasingly relevant with globalization and international commerce.
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