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HIGHER AND LOWER SCALE

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In the practice of the English supreme court of judicature there are two scales regulating the fees of the court and the fees which solicitors are entitled to charge. The lower scale applies (unless the court otherwise orders) to the following cases: All causes and matters assigned by the judicature acts to the king's bench, or the probate, divorce, and admiralty divisions; all … [Read more...]

HINEFARE

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In old English law. The loss or departure of a servant from his master. Domesday. … [Read more...]

HIGHEST BIDDER

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contracts. He who, at an auction, offers the greatest price for the property sold. 2. The highest bidder is entitled to have the article sold at his bid, provided there has been no unfairness on his part. A distinction has been made between the highest and the best bidder. In judicial sales, where the highest bidder is unable to pay, it is said the sheriff may offer the … [Read more...]

HIPAA

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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. … [Read more...]

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