TESTAMENT MUTUAL
a will where 2 people leave their property to the survivor. See will, mutual.
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a will where 2 people leave their property to the survivor. See will, mutual.
the name of a tax that is levied on the transfer of goods that have been left to a person.
the term that is given to a one lump payment instead of periodic smaller payments.
the transferring of property by a debtor who is insolvent to a creditor and excluding transfer to other creditors.
a trial where the rights of the defendant is safeguarded by an impartial judge and jury deciding the matter.
a health insurance policy that the insurance company cannot cancel as long as the premiums are paid.
the term used to describe a house of prostitution. Also known as a bawdy house, house of ill-repute.
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 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.
This phrase relates to a suspended sentence that has no conditions or terms attached by the court.
This term applies to the proprty that is held between a husband and wife and belongs to both of them.
the term that is given to the place that something can be seen so it can be observed and easily seen by interested and disinterested parties.
the term used to describe a positive statement that is made in a negative way.
the term that is used to describe the punishment for a preson who has committed the same crime on many occassions and is said to be a habitual criminal.
a term used for the remedy that is available to both parties.
the phrase used when the license to practice is taken away from an attorney.
This expression is self-explanatory.
a question asked of a witness by the attorney that suggests the answer to be given.
the written agreement where both parties will agree to do certain actions.
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