contracts. A good consideration is one which flows from kindred or natural love and affection alone, and is not of a pecuniary nature. … [Read more...]
GORE
In old English law, a small, narrow slip of ground. Cowell. In modern land law, a small triangular piece of land, such as may be left between surveys which do not close. In some of the New England states (as, Maine and Vermont) the term is applied to a subdivision of a county, having a scanty population and for that reason not organized as a town. … [Read more...]
GRADATIM
In old English law. By degrees or steps; step by step; from one degree to another. Bract fol. 64. … [Read more...]
GOOD FAITH
An honest or sincere intention to fulfill an obligation or promise without any dishonest or unethical motives. … [Read more...]
GOSSIFRED
In canon law. Compaternity; spiritual affinity. … [Read more...]