Bankruptcy judge - A judicial officer of the United States district court who is the court official with decision-making power over federal bankruptcy cases.⏎
Assume - An agreement to continue performing duties under a contract or lease.⏎
Bench trial - A trial without a jury, in which the judge serves as the fact-finder.⏎
Bail - The release, prior to trial, of a person accused of a crime, under specified conditions designed to assure that person's appearance in court when required. Also can refer to the amount of bond money posted as a financial condition of pretrial release.⏎
Affidavit - A written or printed statement made under oath.⏎