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(A) Evidence that proves a fact by means of an inference. For example, from the evidence that a person was seen running away from the scene of a crime, a judge or jury may infer that the person committed the crime. (B) The proof of facts which usually attend other facts sought to be, proved; that which is not direct evidence. For example, when a witness testifies that a man was … [Read more...] about CIRCUMSTANTIAL EVIDENCE

Interest for money charged in China. In a case where a note was given in China, payable eighteen months after date, without, any stipulation respecting interest, the court allowed the Chinese interest of one per cent. per month, from the expiration of the eighteen months. … [Read more...] about CHINESE INTEREST

In ancient times a person admitted to ait and worship in the choir; a chorister. … [Read more...] about CHORAL

Policy within a firm that separates employees completely and shields them from sharing information that must remain separated, e.g. information that, if known, could be used to commit insider trading. … [Read more...] about CHINESE WALL

In old European law. A rural bishop, or bishop's vicar. Spelman; Cowell … [Read more...] about CHOREPISCOPUS