WHEREAS... at the start of a sentence

[mikeymikec]

WHEREAS Is it an American legal thing to put WHEREAS at the start of sentences, usually in a context that makes little sense? WHEREAS Just remove the word, the sentence makes sense.

"... the treaty was done"... christ. I did a treaty good today!

 

[allisolm]

It may not be necessary, but it sounds important and legal.

 

[IronWing]

The Wheareas clauses lay out facts while the Therefore clauses lay out the current action.

 

[shortylickens]

Two adjectives in the English language come after the verb or noun. And they mean roughly the same thing.
Anyone know what they are????

 

[IronWing]

Two adjectives in the English language come after the verb or noun. And they mean roughly the same thing.
Anyone know what they are????

A wise person learned me about them there adjectives.

Galore. And Aplenty.

 

[Paperdoc]

That is part of the traditional way of writing the first half of a proposal to solve a problem. In plainer current language it starts with: "Here are the facts and the situation we have to fix.". Then in the next paragraph it starts with: "So, here's what we propose to do to solve that issue". Using the two simple preface words, "Whereas" and "Therefore" is shorter.

 

[mikeymikec]

That is part of the traditional way of writing the first half of a proposal to solve a problem. In plainer current language it starts with: "Here are the facts and the situation we have to fix.". Then in the next paragraph it starts with: "So, here's what we propose to do to solve that issue". Using the two simple preface words, "Whereas" and "Therefore" is shorter.

Removing 'WHEREAS' and 'NOW THEREFORE' is shorter still, and nothing is lost in the intended message.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF I think this is unnecessary bullshit.

 

[Torn Mind]

Whereas, OP is not a lawyer nor or the rare passionate law amateur.

Whereas, He posts his fury at words that actually do serve a legal purpose.

Therefore, he doesn't think like a lawyer.

 

[Muse]

"She has an Egyptian ring that sparkles just before she speaks."

- Bob Dylan from "She Belongs to Me"

 

[Stiff Clamp]

Wheras's exist to paint a picture of the pressing circumstances which are the impetus for action.

I like the formality of it. Political party resolutions ('round here) all follow that format.

 

[Muse]

Wheras's exist to ...

It's a formality, but it's no proof that what follows isn't bullshit.

 

[Torn Mind]

In the law the term whereas also is used as the introductory word to a recital in a formal document. A recital contains words of introduction to a contract, statute, proclamation, or other writing. In a contract a whereas clause is an introductory statement that means "considering that" or "that being the case." The clause explains the reasons for the execution of the contract and, in some cases, describes its purpose. The whereas clause may properly be used in interpreting the contract. However, it is not an essential component for its operative provisions.

Whereas | Encyclopedia.com

WHEREASOn the contrary, although, when in fact. An introductory statement of a formal document.The term whereas is used two ways in the law.

www.encyclopedia.com

 

[IronWing]

I prefer Wheresitat.

 

[dank69]

I'm more disturbed by "at Washington."

 

[MrSquished]

You have to wear a wig like they do in the British parliament sometimes everytime you write that word non facetiously.

 

[mikeymikec]

You have to wear a wig like they do in the British parliament sometimes everytime you write that word non facetiously.

They don't wear them in Parliament but I know what you mean and I support this idea. An extra wig for each offence, to be worn simulateously.

 

[Captante]

I prefer Wheresitat.

with 2 turntables and a microphone ?!?

 

[MrSquished]

They don't wear them in Parliament but I know what you mean and I support this idea. An extra wig for each offence, to be worn simulateously.

Signed! We can then add further penalties for further repeat offenders beyond five offences. That's scary.

 

[nakedfrog]

Whereas, OP is not a lawyer nor or the rare passionate law amateur.

Whereas, He posts his fury at words that actually do serve a legal purpose.

Therefore, he doesn't think like a lawyer.

This is probably one of the weirdest compliments I've ever seen.

 

[Muse]

They don't wear them in Parliament but I know what you mean and I support this idea. An extra wig for each offence, to be worn simulateously.

I think this is what we need to bring back dignity to our federal institutions. Everyone must wear a powdered wig, no exceptions. SCOTUS too. Even the POTUS' Press Secretary. Every reporter covering the White House. TV news anchors. Females? They are OK if they wear a crucifix.