Under one's own will, to leave another person without cause and without their consent to leave. Usually in reference to abandonment of a responsibility such as abandoning a spouse or a child. … [Read more...] about VOLUNTARY ABANDONMENT
VOLUNTEER
In conveyancing, one who holds a title under a voluntary conveyance, i.e., one made without consideration, good or valuable, to support it A person who gives his services without any express or implied promise of remuneration in return is called a "volunteer," and is entitled to no remuneration for his services, nor to any compensation for Injuries sustained by him in … [Read more...] about VOLUNTEER
VOLUNTARY ASSIGNMENT
An assignment for the benefit of his creditors made by a debtor voluntarily ; as distinguished from a compulsory assignment which takes place by operation of law in proceedings in. bankruptcy or insolvency. Presumably it means an assignment of a debtor … [Read more...] about VOLUNTARY ASSIGNMENT
VOLUNTEERS
(A) contracts. Persons who receive a voluntary conveyance. 2. It is a general rule of the courts of equity that they will not assist a mere volunteer who has a defective conveyance. (B) army. Persons who in time of war offer their services to their country and march in its defence. 2. Their rights and duties are prescribed by the municipal laws of the different states. But when … [Read more...] about VOLUNTEERS
VOTUM
Lat. A vow or promise. Dies votorum, the wedding day. Fleta 1. 1, c. 4. … [Read more...] about VOTUM