legal right
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“Members of the U.S. Armed Forces have a legal right to be protected while they serve our nation overseas,” First Assistant U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
But organizers contended that a union would give them the legal right to a seat at the table in decisions about their jobs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
She waived her legal right to anonymity in her own trial, saying: "I want all women who have been raped to say: Madame Pelicot did it, I can too."
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
If she is listed as a beneficiary on the trust, she will have a legal right to receive reasonable information, including financial statements, real‑estate sale contracts and copies of the trust and any amendments.
From MarketWatch ● May 25, 2026
“And you cannot interrupt these proceedings any longer! If you persist in this attitude, you’ll be removed from this room! I have the legal right to determine what evidence is necessary. ...”
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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