An association in which the subscriptions of the members form a capital stock or fund out of which advances may be made to members desiring them, on mortgage security. … [Read more...] about BUILDING SOCIETY
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BUOY
In maritime law. A piece of wood or cork, or a barrel, raft, or other thing, made secure and floating upon a stream or bay, intended as a guide and warning to mariners, by marking a spot where the water is shallow, or where there is a reef or other danger to navigation, or to mark the course of a devious channel. … [Read more...] about BUOY
Buff. J. Gender L. & Soc. Pol'y
Buffalo Journal of Gender, Law & Social Policy … [Read more...] about Buff. J. Gender L. & Soc. Pol'y
BUL
In the ancient Hebrew chronology, the eighth month of the ecclesiastical, and the second of the civil year. It has since been called "Marshevan," and answers to our October. … [Read more...] about BUL
BURDEN
(1) A restriction or an obligation, such as land which is burdened by an easement that allows neighbors to pass through the read end of the property. (2) A required level, typically refers to the amount of evidence necessary to procure a favorable result. See burden of proof … [Read more...] about BURDEN