> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://labs.laer.ai/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Document Types ## Litigation document types Below is a list of common litigation document types that can be detected by Aida. | Document Type | Description | | ------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Letter | A written communication between parties, often used for formal or legal correspondence. | | Motion | A formal request made to a court for a specific action or decision. | | Filing | A document submitted to a court or legal authority as part of a legal process. | | Response | A reply to a legal motion or filing, addressing issues raised by the opposing party. | | Statement | A written or oral declaration of facts made during legal proceedings. | | Affidavit | A written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, used as evidence in court. | | Brief | A document outlining the legal arguments and facts supporting a party's position in a case. | | Certificate | An official document verifying a fact or statement, often used as evidence. | | Citation | A reference to legal authority, such as statutes or previous cases, supporting a legal argument. | | Civil Cover Sheet | A form filed with a civil lawsuit providing basic information about the case. | | Declaration | A formal statement asserting facts, often sworn under penalty of perjury. | | Request | A formal plea for information or action, often made during discovery. | | Interrogatory | A written question submitted by one party to another as part of the discovery process. | | Privilege Log | A record listing documents withheld from discovery due to attorney-client privilege or work-product doctrine. | | Subpoena | A legal document ordering a person to attend court or produce evidence. | | Errata | A correction of errors found in a legal document after it has been filed. | | Exhibit | A document or object presented as evidence in a trial or hearing. | | Disclosure | The sharing of information or evidence as required by law or court order. | | Memorandum | A written note or brief communication, often outlining legal arguments or strategies. | | Minutes | An official record of the proceedings or actions taken during a legal meeting or hearing. | | Notice | A formal announcement or warning, often informing parties of a legal action or proceeding. | | Objection | A formal expression of disapproval or opposition in a legal proceeding. | | Judgment | A court's final determination or decision on the matters at issue in a lawsuit. | | Pleading | A formal written statement of a party's claims or defenses in a legal proceeding. | | Complaint | A legal document initiating a lawsuit, outlining the plaintiff's claims against the defendant. | | Indictment | A formal accusation charging someone with a criminal offense, issued by a grand jury. | | Claim | A demand for something believed to be owed, often submitted in legal or insurance contexts. | | Petition | A formal written request to a court seeking legal action or relief. | | Warrant | A legal authorization for law enforcement to take a specific action, such as an arrest or search. | | Precis | A summary or abstract of a legal document or argument. | | Promise to Appear | A written agreement by a defendant to attend court at a specified time. | | Stipulation | An agreement between parties in a legal proceeding, often submitted in writing. | | Summon | A legal notice to appear in court, often for a defendant or witness. | | Deposition | The recorded testimony of a witness taken under oath outside of court. | | Trial Transcript | The official record of all spoken proceedings during a trial. | | Witness Statement | A recorded account of a witness’s statement, often used as evidence. | | Dismissal | A court order or action that terminates a legal proceeding. | | Judicial Opinion | A written explanation by a judge detailing the decision and reasoning in a case. | | Judicial Order | A directive issued by a judge requiring specific actions by the parties involved. | | Judicial Recommendation | A judge's suggested course of action, often issued in advisory capacity. | | Jury Instruction | Guidance given by a judge to the jury regarding the laws pertinent to the case. | | Lien | A legal claim against property as security for a debt or obligation. | | Verdict | The final decision made by a jury or judge in a trial. | | Contract | A legally binding agreement between parties outlining their rights and obligations. | | Agreement | A mutual understanding between parties, often forming a contract. | | Article of Incorporation | A legal document establishing a corporation's existence and details. | | Bylaw | Rules governing the operation and management of a corporation. | | Board Meeting | An official record of the proceedings and decisions made during a board meeting. | | Tax Return | A document filed with tax authorities reporting income and expenses for taxation. | | Patent | A legal document granting the holder exclusive rights to an invention. | | Trademark | A legally registered symbol or word representing a brand or product. | | Assessment | An evaluation or appraisal of value, risk, or compliance. | | Policy | A document outlining an organization's rules, regulations, and guidelines. | | Purchase Order | A document authorizing the purchase of goods or services. | | Deed | A legal document transferring ownership of property. | | Mortgage | A document establishing a loan secured by real property. | | Registration | A document verifying the official recording of an item or action. | | Testament | A legal document declaring a person's wishes for their estate after death. | | Form | A pre-structured document used for collecting specific information. | | Appeal | A request for a higher court to review the decision of a lower court. | | Decree | A formal and authoritative order issued by a legal authority. | This is a growing list as we continuously enrich the knowledge layer.