An occasional circuit appointed for the trial of prisoners, in England, and in some cases of civil causes between Michaelmas and Hilary terms. … [Read more...] about WINTER CIRCUIT
WINDSOR FOREST
A royal forest founded by Henry VIII. … [Read more...] about WINDSOR FOREST
WINDING-UP ACTS
In English law. General acts of parliament, regulating settlement of corporate affairs on dissolution. … [Read more...] about WINDING-UP ACTS
WINDING UP
The process of dissolving a corporation or partnership by paying off its debts, settling accounts and collecting the remaining assets for distribution to the shareholders. … [Read more...] about WINDING UP
WINDOW
An opening made in the wall of a house to admit light and air, and to enable those who are in to look out. 2. The owner has a right to make as many windows in his house when not built on the line of his property as he may deem proper, although by so doing be may destroy the privacy of his neighbors. 3. In cities and towns it is evident that the owner of a house cannot open … [Read more...] about WINDOW