Lat. In old English law. The door or porch of the church, where dower was anciently conferred. … [Read more...]
OUT OF COURT SETTLEMENT
A settlement made between the parties outside of the courtroom and not in the presence of the judge. Usually the product of negotiations between the parties and their attorneys to come to a final settlement of a matter. … [Read more...]
OSWALD’S LAW
The law by which was effected the ejection of married priests, and the introduction of monks into churches, by Oswald, bishop of Worcester, about A. D. 064. Wharton. … [Read more...]
OUT OF POCKET EXPENSE
A business expense that is paid for by a person using their own money as opposed to being paid by another party, e.g. an employer, paid by the employee using the company credit card. In this instance, the individual may be using his own person credit card to pay the expense. … [Read more...]
OSWALD’S LAW HUNDRED
An ancient hundred in Worcestershire, so called from Bishop Oswald, who obtained it from King Edgar, to be given to St. Mary's Church in Worcester. It was exempt from the sheriff's jurisdiction, and comprehends 300 hides of land. CamL Brit … [Read more...]