Joint ownership where, at death of an owner, that owner's share may pass to the heirs of the deceased. … [Read more...]
OXER
In Scotch law. Usury; the taking of interest for money, contrary to law. Bell. … [Read more...]
OVERDUE
A bill, note, bond or other contract, for the payment of money at a particular day, when not paid upon the day, is overdue. 2. The indorsement of a note or bill overdue, is equivalent to drawing a new bill payable at sight. 2 Conn. 419; 18 Pick. 260; 9 Alab. R. 153. 3. A note when passed or assigned when overdue, is subject to all the equities between the original contracting … [Read more...]
OVERTIME
Work performed in addition to the usual and customary working hours, .e.g. work performed above and beyond an 8 hour work day. … [Read more...]
OVERHAUL
To inquire into; to review; to disturb. "The merits of a judgment can never be overhauled by an original suit" 2 H. Bl. 414. … [Read more...]