contracts. The placing a signature at the bottom of a written or printed engagement; or it is the attestation of a witness by so writing his name; but it has been holden that the attestation of an illiterate witness, by making his mark, is a sufficient subscription. 2. By subscription is also understood the act by which a person contracts, in writing, to furnish a sum of money … [Read more...] about SUBSCRIPTION
SUBSTANTIAL PERFORMANCE
Where a party in a contract performs on the overwhelming majority of the contract but, through no fault of its own, cannot complete the entire performance as specified and may deviate slightly from that which was agreed. A court may award such a party compensation since a denial for a minor breach would bring about an unfair result. … [Read more...] about SUBSTANTIAL PERFORMANCE
SUBSIDY
A sum of money provided to a party to further an activity, interest or endeavor. May refer to government grants which are paid to private persons or entities to assist in furthering an enterprise or endeavor which is deemed beneficial to the public. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition In English law. An aid, tax, or tribute granted by parliament to the king for the … [Read more...] about SUBSIDY
SUBSEQUENS MATRIMONIUM TOLLIT PECCATUM PRAECEDENS
Latin, meaning A subsequent marriage removes the preceding wrong. … [Read more...] about SUBSEQUENS MATRIMONIUM TOLLIT PECCATUM PRAECEDENS
SUBJECTIVE ERROR
Error that is the result of bias or prejudice of an individual opinion. … [Read more...] about SUBJECTIVE ERROR