TheLaw.com Law Dictionary & Black's Law Dictionary 2nd Ed.
These words are now used in a deed to express by what tenure the grantee is to have the land. The clause which commences with these words is called the tenendum. Vide Habendum; Tenendum. 2. To hold, also means to decide, to adjudge, to decree; as, the court in that case held that the husband was not liable for the contract of the wife, made without his express or implied … [Read more...]
TheLaw.com Law Dictionary & Black's Law Dictionary 2nd Ed.
A tenant who stays in possession of property after termination of a lease. … [Read more...]
TheLaw.com Law Dictionary & Black's Law Dictionary 2nd Ed.
A contract term meaning that one party will not hold the other party responsible. This is usually the context in that a party performs on the contract in a way that might cause damage to the other party, usually unintentional, such as a failure of a service that causes a consequential damage. … [Read more...]
TheLaw.com Law Dictionary & Black's Law Dictionary 2nd Ed.
A robbery, usually at gunpoint. … [Read more...]
TheLaw.com Law Dictionary & Black's Law Dictionary 2nd Ed.
A contractual clause where it is agreed that a party will not to hold the other party responsible for losses or damages. See also indemnity clause. … [Read more...]