In feudal law. Year, day, and waste. A forfeiture of the lands to the crown incurred by the felony of the tenant, after which time the land escheats to the lord. Termes de la Ley, 40. … [Read more...] about AN, JOUR, ET WASTE
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ANCIENT DEMESNE
Eng. law. Those lands which either were reserved to the crown at the original distribution of landed property, or such as came to it afterwards, by forfeiture or other means. … [Read more...] about ANCIENT DEMESNE
ANACRISIS
In the civil law. An in especially by torture. … [Read more...] about ANACRISIS
ANCIENT LIGHTS
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
AMI; AMY
A friend; as alien ami, an alien belonging to a nation at peace with us; prochein ami, a next friend suing or defending for an infant, married woman, etc. … [Read more...] about AMI; AMY