An individual, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law.
Jurisdiction (Law)
The official power to make legal decisions and judgments.
Occupancy Rate
The percentage of available rooms that are occupied at a given time.
guilty
being responsible for committing a crime, offense, or wrongdoing, or feeling regretful/ashamed for doing something wrong
UN (United Nation)
a global intergovernmental organization established in 1945
Tort (Law)
A wrongful act or an infringement of a right (other than under contract) leading to civil legal liability.
Plaintiff (Law)
The party who brings a case against another in a court of law.
Liability (Law)
The state of being responsible for something, especially by law.
Walk-in
A guest who arrives at the hotel seeking a room without a prior reservation.
tribunal
a specialized body, person, or group appointed by a government or organization to adjudicate specific legal disputes or issues, often operating outside the reg.
Litigation (Law)
The process of taking legal action; a lawsuit.
Legalise
to make an action, substance, or behavior lawful that was previously prohibited, criminalized, or unregulated
tension (IR)
a feeling of nervousness or mental strain
Concierge
A hotel employee whose job is to assist guests with information, tours, and bookings.
Full Board
A rate that includes the bed and three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
ICJ (UN)
International Court of Justice
Overbooking
The practice of selling more rooms than are available, anticipating "no-shows."
Breach of Contract (Law)
The failure to perform any term of a contract without a legitimate legal excuse.
Back of House (BOH)
The staff areas where the public is not allowed (kitchens, laundry, offices).
Precedent (Law)
An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide in similar circumstances (crucial for Common Law).
UNSC
UN Security Council = the principal organ of the United Nations responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
Revenue Management
The strategic use of performance data to optimize pricing and room availability.
Front of House (FOH)
The areas of a hotel or restaurant that are open to the public (lobby, dining room).
Sovereignty (IR)
The authority of a state to govern itself or another state.
Investigates disputes, recommends peace settlements, imposes sanctions/embargoes, and authorizes peacekeeping or military enforcement.
UNSC
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