Persons chosen by the citizens, to have the care and supervision of bridges, and having certain fees and profits belonging to their office, as in the case of London Bridge. … [Read more...]
BROCARD
In old English law. A legal maxim. "Brocardica Juris," the title of a small book of legal maxims, published at Paris, 1508. … [Read more...]
BRU
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BRIDGE ROAD
In the location of a private way laid out by the selectmen, and accepted by the town, a description of it as a "bridle road" does not confine the right of way to a particular class of animals or special mode of use. Flagg v. Flagg, 16 Gray (Mass.) 175. … [Read more...]
BROCARIUS, BROCATOR
In old English and Scotch law. A broker; a middleman between buyer and seller; the agent of both transacting parties. Bell; Cowell. … [Read more...]