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In the civil law. An in especially by torture. … [Read more...] about ANACRISIS

estates. Windows which have been opened for twenty years or more, and enjoyed without molestation by the owner of the house. 2. It is proposed to consider, 1. How the right of ancient light is gained. 2, What amounts to interruption of an ancient light. 3, The remedy for obstructing an ancient light. 3. 1. How the right of opening or keeping a window open is gained. 1. By … [Read more...] about ANCIENT LIGHTS

A register, inventory, or commentary. … [Read more...] about ANAGRAPH

evidence. Deeds, wills, and other writings more than thirty years old, are considered ancient writings. They may in general be read in evidence, without any other proof of their execution than that they have been in the possession of those claiming rights under them. … [Read more...] about ANCIENT WRITINGS

construction. The similitude of relations which exist between things compared. 2. To reason analogically, is to draw conclusions based on this similitude of relations, on the resemblance, or the connexion which is perceived between the objects compared. It is this guide, says Toollier, which leads the law lawgiver, like other men, without his observing it. It is analogy which … [Read more...] about ANALOGY