A taking of a solemn oath. … [Read more...] about DEJERATION
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DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY
To transfer or to convey authority upon another person or party. … [Read more...] about DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY
DEL BIEN ESTRE
L. Fr. In old English practice. Of well being; of form. The same as de bene esse. Britt. c. 89. … [Read more...] about DEL BIEN ESTRE
DELESTAGE
In French marine law. A discharging of ballast (lest) from a vessel. … [Read more...] about DELESTAGE
DEL CREDERE
In mercantile law. A phrase borrowed from the Italians, equivalent to our word "guaranty" or "warranty," or the Scotch term "warrandice;" an agreement by which a factor, when he sells goods on credit, for an additional commission, (called a "del credere commission,") guaranties the solvency of the purchaser and his performance of the contract. Such a factor is called a "del … [Read more...] about DEL CREDERE