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EX AEQUO ET BONO

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A phrase derived from the civil law, meaning, in justice and fairness; according to what is just and good; according to equity and conscience. 3 Bl. Comm. 163. … [Read more...]

EX ALTERA PARTE

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Of the other part. Ex antecedentibus et consequentibus fit optima interpretatio. The best interpretation [of a part of an instrument] is made from the antecedents and the consequents, [from the preceding and following parts.] 2 Inst. 317. The law will judge of a deed or other instrument consisting of divers parts or clauses, by looking at the whole; and will give to each part … [Read more...]

EX CONTINENTI

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Immediately; without any interval or delay; incontinently. A term of the civil law. Calvin. … [Read more...]

EX AQUITATE

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According, to equity ; in equity. Fleta, lib. 3, c. 10, I 3. … [Read more...]

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