Re:Write like you talk
by teachingaway on Sunday October 25, 2015 @05:49PM
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This x 10 for legal documents.
Simplify them please.
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Re:Write like you talk
by optionalparens on Sunday October 25, 2015 @07:31PM
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I agree, simplifying would be great. You do realize, however, that a large part of the legal profession is to intentionally write broadly, imprecisely, and flexibly to avoid traps. Other kinds of legal writing are intentionally precise in some clauses so as to add complexity to deliberately avoid immediate comprehension.
In the manner of discourse such as you have exemplified with your comments under your current pseudonym, it is difficult to ascertain your intended trop, voice, or topic. Thus, I hereby request that you rephrase in a more course or colloquial or blunt manner.
Re:Write like you talk
by optionalparens on Sunday October 25, 2015 @07:59PM
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Your sense of humor is dizzying and perhaps difficult to find.
If you want more blunt - I speak multiple languages at native or near native level, including two since birth. Spoken English, especially by your average American is rarely to the point, clear, and pleasant. Don't write like you speak, because the average person sucks at it. Instead, know your subject and audience and write to them. Avoid overgeneralizing because it's easy to make an ass of yourself like PG.
Regarding legalese, it is hard to understand and that is intentional. Could it be any clearer for you or will you down-vote again?