He who has no legal statue in court is said to be "out of court," i.e., he is not before the court. Thus, when the plaintiff in an action, by some act of omission or commission, shows that he is unable to maintain his action, he is frequently said to put himself "out of court." Brown. The phrase is also used with reference to agreements and transactions in regard to a pending … [Read more...]

Lat. In old English law. The door or porch of the church, where dower was anciently conferred. … [Read more...]

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...]

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...]

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...]