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In the civil law. The collation of goods is the supposed or real return to the mass of the succession which an heir makes of property which he received in advance of his share or otherwise, in order that such property may be divided together with the other effects of the succession. Civ. Code La. art 1227; Miller v. Miller, 106 La. 257, 29 South. 802. The term is sometimes used … [Read more...] about COLLATION

Officers of the United States, appointed for the term of four years, but removable at the pleasure of the president. Act of May 15, 1820, sect. 1, 3 Story's U. S. Laws, 1790. 2. The duties of a collector of customs are described in general terms, as follows: He shall receive all reports, manifests and documents, to be made or exhibited on the entry of any ship or vessel, … [Read more...] about COLLECTORS OF THE CUSTOMS

One who litigates with another. … [Read more...] about COLLITIGANT

commerce, contracts. A piece of gold, silver or other metal stamped by authority of the government, in order to determine its value, commonly called money. Co. Litt. 207; Rutherf. Inst. 123. For the different kinds of coins of the United States, see article Money. As to the value of foreign coins, see article Foreign Coins. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition (verb) - … [Read more...] about COIN

Relatives by blood but who don't have the same parents, e.g. cousins. … [Read more...] about COLLATERAL CONSANGUINITY