Damages

— Money that a defendant pays a plaintiff in a civil case if the plaintiff has won. Damages may be compensatory (for loss or injury) or punitive (to punish and deter future misconduct).

De facto

— Latin, meaning "in fact" or "actually." Something that exists in fact but not as a matter of law.

De jure

— Latin, meaning "in law." Something that exists by operation of law.

De novo

— Latin, meaning "anew." A trial de novo is a completely new trial. Appellate review de novo implies no deference to the trial judge's ruling.

Deposition

— An oral statement made before an officer authorized by law to administer oaths. Such statements are often taken to examine potential witnesses, to obtain discovery, or to be used later in trial. See discovery.

Discrimination

— Being treated unfairly or differently because of factors, such as disability, race, religion or belief, sex or sexuality.

Domicile

— The place where a person has their permanent principal home to which they return or intend to return.

Dreadful

— Involving great suffering.