Latin term meaning "of its own kind" and used to describe an item that is unique or different than the normal. Not like anything else. In law it may be an exception such as a right or power that is created individually and specifically, in its own category. It is commonly used in case law: A "sui generis case" or a "sui generis authority" means that the decision in the case may … [Read more...] about SUI GENERIS
SUICIDE
Suicide is the willful and voluntary act of a person who understands the physical nature of the act, and Intends by it to accomplish the result of self-destruction. Suicide is the deliberate termination of one's existence, while in the possession and enjoyment of his mental faculties. Self-killing by an insane person is not suicide. … [Read more...] about SUICIDE
SUICIDE CLAUSE
A standard clause in an insurance policy that limits or bars compensation in the event the insured commits suicide. … [Read more...] about SUICIDE CLAUSE
SUIT
Abbreviated form of "lawsuit." Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition In old English law. The witnesses or followers of the plaintiff. 3 Bl. Comm. 295. See SECTA. Old books mention the word in many connections which are now disused, at least In the United States. Thus, "suit" was used of following any one, or in the sense of pursuit; as in the phrase "making fresh suit." … [Read more...] about SUIT
SUING AND LABORING CLAUSE
is a clause in an English policy of marine insurance, generally in the following form: "In case of any loss or misfortune, it shall be lawful for the assured, their factors, servants and assigns, to sue, labor, and travel for, in, and about the defense, safeguard, and recovery of the" property insured, "without prejudice to this insurance; to the charges whereof we, the … [Read more...] about SUING AND LABORING CLAUSE