Oscillation in a device called an oscillator is usually a back and forth motion over a central neutral point, created by changes in energy. In a pendulum-driven clock, for example, the oscillation is the back and forth movement of the pendulum.
Legal Definition of administrative law judge. : an officer in a government agency with quasi-judicial functions including conducting hearings, making findings of fact, and making recommendations for resolution of disputes concerning the agency's actions âcalled also administrative judge.
Generally, decisions made by an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) can be reviewed by the filing of a request for review. When an ALJ renders a decision called an administrative order, it may be reviewed by either a higher level within the agency or by a court.