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
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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
B. S.
Bancus Superior, that is, upper bench. … [Read more...] about B. S.