Well established and known law that needs no further discussion. … [Read more...] about BLACK LETTER LAW
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BLANCHE FIRMS
White rent; a rent reserved, payable in silver. … [Read more...] about BLANCHE FIRMS
BLEEDING EDGE
Slang to mean the most current or technologically advanced. … [Read more...] about BLEEDING EDGE
BISHOP
In English law. An ecclesiastical dignitary, being the chief of the clergy within his diocese, subject to the archbishop of the province in which his diocese is situated. Most of the bishops are also members of the House of Lords. … [Read more...] about BISHOP
BLACK MARIA
A closed wagon or van in which prisoners are carried to and from the jail, or between the court and the jail. … [Read more...] about BLACK MARIA