uncertain case
[/ʌnˈsɜːrtn keɪs/]
nounpl: uncertain cases
caso incerto
1. A legal or medical situation where the outcome, diagnosis, or liability is not clearly determined or established
The doctor classified it as an uncertain case pending further test results.
O médico classificou como um caso incerto pendente de mais testes.
2. A matter or situation in which the facts are disputed, ambiguous, or require additional investigation
The insurance company delayed payment due to the uncertain case status.
A companhia de seguros atrasou o pagamento devido ao status incerto do caso.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese legal systems to indicate cases that require further investigation or clarification before a final decision can be made. It reflects the formal procedural nature of civil law countries.
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