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Acquiescence is where a person who knows that he is entitled to impeach a transaction or enforce a right neglects to do so for such a length of time that, under the circumstances of the case, the other party may fairly infer that he has waived or abandoned his right. Scott v. Jackson, 89 Cal. 258, 26 Pac. 898; Lowndes v. Wicks, 69 Conn. 15, 36 Atl. 1072; Norfolk & W. R. Co. … [Read more...] about ACQUIESCENCE

An act performed out of court, and not a matter of record. Pais, in law French, signifies country. A deed or an assurance transacted between two or more private persons in the country is matter in pais. … [Read more...] about ACT IN PAIS

Literally to grow to; as the interest accrues on the principal. Accruing costs are those which become due and are created after judgment of an execution. 2. To accrue means also to arise, to happen, to come to pass; as the statute of limitations does not commence running until the cause of action has accrued. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition To grow to; to be added … [Read more...] about ACCRUE

Frequently a reference to a legal document that accuses someone of a wrong or crime. … [Read more...] about ACCUSATORY INSTRUMENT

A writ Of justices, formerly lying for the surety against a creditor who refuses to acquit him after the debt has been satisfied. Reg. Writs, 158; Cowell; Blount. … [Read more...] about ACQUIETANDIS PLEGIIS