After a bankruptcy petition is granted, there are legal proceedings regarding a debtor's bankruptcy, such as handling creditors, potential payment plans. … [Read more...] about BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS
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BANS OF MATRIMONY
A public announcement of an intended marriage, required by the English law to be made in a church or chapel, during service, on three consecutive Sundays before the marriage is celebrated. The object is to afford an opportunity for any person to interpose an objection If he knows of any impediment or other just cause why the marriage should not take place. The publication of … [Read more...] about BANS OF MATRIMONY
BARGAINING CHIP
Used to describe something that provides leverage in an negotiation. … [Read more...] about BARGAINING CHIP
BARRA, OR BARRE
In old practice. A plea in bar. The bar of the court. A barrister. … [Read more...] about BARRA, OR BARRE
BANKRUPTCY RISK
The chance that loss will occur due to a counterparty bankruptcy. … [Read more...] about BANKRUPTCY RISK