A law relating to bankrupts and the procedure against them in the courts. A law providing a remedy for the creditors of a bankrupt, and for the relief and restitution of the bankrupt himself. A bankrupt law is distinguished from the ordinary law between debtor and creditor, as involving these three general principles; (1) A summary and immediate seizure of all the debtor's … [Read more...] about BANKRUPT LAW
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BACKGROUND CHECK
The review of a party's confidentially submitted information and relevant history, including prior relationships. Frequently performed during the hiring process for employment and includes an investigation into the applicant's criminal history. … [Read more...] about BACKGROUND CHECK
BADGE
A mark or cognizance worn to show the relation of the wearer to any person or thing; the token of anything; a distinctive mark of office or service. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition A mark or sign worn by some persons, or placed upon certain things for the purpose of designation. Some public officers, as watchmen, policemen, and the like, are required to wear … [Read more...] about BADGE
BAILABLE ACTION
One in which the defendant is entitled to be discharged from arrest, only upon giving bail to answer. … [Read more...] about BAILABLE ACTION
BAIRN'S PART
In Scotch law. Children's part; a third part of the defunct's free movables, debts deducted, If the wife survive, and a half if there be no relict. … [Read more...] about BAIRN'S PART