REMAINDER EXECUTORY
See remainder, contingent.
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See remainder, contingent.
See proceeding, supplementary.
the term that is given to a witness who was present at an event and saw it take place.
a rule in some states where the death penalty is used that at least 2 or more witnesses need to testify to a persons guilt.
This refers to the proper preparation of any case by an attorney. It includes witness interviews, knowing the facts and laws applicable to the case and having consultation with the client.
the action that takes place in a juvenile court when a child is placed under the court’s jurisdiction.
the term applied to a law suit that will annul a marriage. Also known a nullity suit.
the rule dealing with the right of an employee to compensation for accidents when travelling to and from work.
a Latin expression saying that a judgement has been made and the matter is now closed.
the term that is given to a man who is cohabiting and living with a woman who have not been joined by marriage. See common-law wife.
the limitation that gives an interest in property for a set period of time but the right to posses depends upon a related event.
a popular expression that defines a function of equity.
See undistributed profits.
See time sharing.
These are the laws that forbid a person a person from laving the scene of an accident.
a person found to be guilty of a misdemeanour who gets lenient treatment.
the term given to the act of leaving a person with no good reason to and without their consent to leave.
an oath that is sworn by the debtor that he has no funds or property he can pay his debt with.
the term given to a marriage of good faith but was actually unlawful.
a term used for the remedy that is available to both parties.