Law created in American in 1920 which enabled sailors, or their families through their estate, to sue an employer for death or injury that occurred on the sea that resulted from the negligence of the employer or the employer's employees. … [Read more...] about JONES ACT
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JUDEX A QUO
A judge from whom an appeal may be taken; a judge of a court below. … [Read more...] about JUDEX A QUO
JOINT TENANCY
See joint tenants this is the condition of joint tenants owning and using property. … [Read more...] about JOINT TENANCY
JORNALE
In old English law. Aa much land as could be plowed in one day. Spelman. … [Read more...] about JORNALE
JUDEX AD QUEM
A judge to whom an appeal may be taken: a superior judge. … [Read more...] about JUDEX AD QUEM
