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JUST

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Right; in accordance with law and justice."The words 'just' and 'justly' do not always mean 'just' and 'justly' in a moral sense, but they not unfrequently, in their connection with other words in a sentence, bear a very different signification. It is evident, however, that the word 'lust' in the statute [requiring an affidavit for an attachment to state that plaintiff's claim … [Read more...]

JUS REPRESENTATIONIS

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The right of representing dr standing in the place of another, or of being represented by another. … [Read more...]

JUST COMPENSATION

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A fair, accurate and reasonable amount of money that is paid in exchange for certain work that has been performed or for property that may have been seized or taken and which requires compensation, such as through eminent domain. … [Read more...]

JUS RERUM

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The law of things. The law regulating the rights and powers of persons over things; how property is acquired, enjoyed, and transferred. Jus respicit sequitatem. Law regards equity. Co. Litt 246; Broom, Max. 151. … [Read more...]

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