Using the same inputs and documented processes, a third party should be able to get the same results.
being objective means to base your conclusions purely on the evidence and on good reasoning. it means to not include your emotions and your biases.
Self sustaining means being able to independently support oneself without the use of outside help.
Being empirical in the pursuit of knowledge means relying on direct observation or experience to gather information and evidence. It involves using data and evidence to formulate and test theories, and placing emphasis on measurable and verifiable results to draw conclusions.
independently associated means TRUELY associated without any confounding factors.
That means that you have to be a verifiable business to purchase something, as opposed to a consumer.
I think it means working yourself.
"Solitary" means being alone or isolated, without companionship or company. It can also refer to something done or carried out independently or without the involvement of others.
Credible means something that is believable or capable of being believed; believable. For example, credible evidence refers to evidence that is worthy of belief or trustworthy. In the question this means that the sponsor denial or the explanation of it, is believable or trustworthy.
Protection from being jailed without evidence is called habeas corpus. This means the police can't hold a person over a certain amount of time without charging them with a crime or showing evidence in court on why they should continue to be held.
It is usually used with computer processes and it means independently.
Corroborate means to strengthen or support with evidence.
It means using text evidence