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ESCHEATOR

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In English law. The name of an officer who was appointed in every county to look after the escheats which fell due to the king in that particular county, and to certify the same into the exchequer. An escheator could continue in office for one year only, and was not reeligible until three years. There does not appear to exist any such officer at the present day. Brown. See 10 … [Read more...]

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS CLAUSE

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An insurance clause which provides protection against liability for the commission of an error or an omission in the performance of professional duties and obligations. Typically to cover financial losses and not personal injury damages claims. … [Read more...]

ESCHECCUM

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In old English law. A jury or inquisition. … [Read more...]

ERRORS AND OMMISSIONS

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Typically referred to as E&O; malpractice insurance for professionals, accountants, architects, attorneys and physicians against allegations of negligent conduct of an error made or an omission of something important or essential in the course of providing services. … [Read more...]

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