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LITERAL CONSTRUCTION

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The interpretation of a document, law or statute based upon the strict and plain meaning of the words without regard to interpretation, motive or other evidence to explain the meaning other than the literal words themselves. … [Read more...]

LITIGIOUS RIGHTS

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French law. Those which are or may be contested either in whole or in part, whether an action has been commenced, or when there is reason to apprehend one. … [Read more...]

LITERAL CONTRACT

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civil law. A contract, the whole of the evidence of which is reduced to writing. This contract is perfected by the writing, and binds the party who subscribed it, although he has received no consideration. Leg. Elem. Section 887. … [Read more...]

LITERAL PROOF

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Proof in writing that is offered as evidence. … [Read more...]

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