In patent law, either a trial of an uncompleted mechanical structure to ascertain what changes or additions may be necessary to make it accomplish the design of the projector, or a trial of a completed machine to test or illustrate its practical efficiency. In the former case, the inventor's efforts, being incomplete, if they are then abandoned, will have no effect upon the … [Read more...]
EXPECTATION
That which may be expected, although contingent. In the doctrine of life annuities, that share or number of the years of human life which a person of a given age may expect to live, upon an equality of chances. 2. In general, the heir apparent will be relieved from a contract made in relation to his expectancy. See Post Obit. … [Read more...]
EXPERT
A person with many years of experience and skill within a particular field of study or work. Usually called to court to provide an expert opinion on some matter in question. … [Read more...]
EXPECTATION DAMAGES
Monetary damages under contract that a rightful party has against a breaching defendant, the benefit of the bargain which a party expected. … [Read more...]
EXPERT EVIDENCE
Testimony given by an expert witness in court regarding a professional or scientific issue. … [Read more...]