Latin, meaning The law regards the order of nature. … [Read more...] about LEX SPECTAT NATURAE ORDINEM
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LIBEL PER SE
A false statement that is libelous and so obviously harmful that no harm need be proven in order to satisfy the damages requirement for a defamation claim, e.g. that one has a horrible contagious disease. … [Read more...] about LIBEL PER SE
LIBERATE
In old English practice. An original writ issuing out of chancery to the treasurer, chamberlains, and barons of the exchequer, for the payment of any annual pension, or other sum. Reg. Orig. 193; Cowell. A writ issued to a sheriff, for the delivery of any lands or goods taken upon forfeits of recognisance. 4 Coke, 64b. A writ issued to a gaoler, for the delivery of a prisoner … [Read more...] about LIBERATE
LEX SUCCURRIT IGNORANTI
Latin, meaning The law succors the ignorant. … [Read more...] about LEX SUCCURRIT IGNORANTI
LIBELANT
The complainant or party who files a libel in an ecclesiastical or admiralty case corresponding to the plaintiff in actions at law. … [Read more...] about LIBELANT