An investigation of prospective adoptive parents to make sure they are fit to raise a child, required by all states. Common areas of inquiry include financial stability, marital stability, lifestyles and other social factors, physical and mental health and criminal history. … [Read more...] about HOME STUDY
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HOME WARRANTY
A service contract that covers a major housing system--for example, plumbing or electrical wiring--for a set period of time from the date a house is sold. The warranty guarantees repairs to the covered system and is renewable. … [Read more...] about HOME WARRANTY
HOME, OR HOMME
L. Fr. Man; a man. Home no sera pnny par sner des brief cs en eonrt le roy, soit 11 a droit on a tort. A man shall not be punished for suing out writs in the king's court whether he be right or wrong. 2 Inst 228. … [Read more...] about HOME, OR HOMME
HOLDER IN DUE COURSE
A person who holds a note with a promise to pay the holder (check or promissory note) that was received in good faith and in exchange for something of value (consideration) and who has no knowledge of any wrongdoing or claim against the instrument by a third party. When such occurs, the holder of that instrument is entitled to be paid by the maker of the instrument. This person … [Read more...] about HOLDER IN DUE COURSE
HOLOGRAPHIC WILL
A handwritten will that is signed and dated by the maker but usually not witnessed. Many states recognize such a will as valid if no other will may exist. … [Read more...] about HOLOGRAPHIC WILL