A motion made by a party for a judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that a litigant has purposefully and needlessly significantly delayed the prosecution of the claim and that, as a result, the entire case should be dismissed. For example, a defendant would make such an application claiming that the plaintiff doesn't truly have a meritorious case and is using the lawsuit … [Read more...] about WANT OF PROSECUTION
WARD
(A) domestic relations. An infant placed by authority of law under the care of a guardian. 2. While under the care of a guardian a ward can make no contract whatever binding upon him, except for necessaries. When the relation of guardian and ward ceases, the latter is entitled to have an account of the administration of his estate from the former. During the existence of this … [Read more...] about WARD
WALKTHROUGH
The inspection of a home, apartment or premises either prior to a sale or at the beginning or ending of a lease. The walkthrough is an observation of the condition of the property and notes any conditions that are present. … [Read more...] about WALKTHROUGH
WALAPAUZ
In old Lombardlc law. The disguising the head or face, with the intent of committing a theft. … [Read more...] about WALAPAUZ
WALESCHERY
The being a Welshman. Spelman. … [Read more...] about WALESCHERY