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A notice that is given to and concersn the general public. … [Read more...]

PUBLIC NUISANCE

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A tort whereby the tortfeasor creates a nuisance or otherwise interferes with the public welfare or convenience to use public property. It may be an action which affects the health, safety and welfare of more than one person - such as the public at large. For example, dumping toxic chemicals into the waterfront of a popular beach or the emission of fumes from a factory which … [Read more...]

PUBLIC OFFICE

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A government position. A position or office, frequently one where the powers granted are to be used for the benefit of the general public, and where selection is made pursuant to a public election. … [Read more...]

PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION

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A corporation that is created by a government or municipality to carry out a purpose that is beneficial to the public, e.g. the operations of a public zoo or library. … [Read more...]

PUBLIC PASSAGE

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This term is synonymous with public highway, with this difference; by the latter, is understood a right to pass over the land of another; by the former is meant the right of going over the water which is on another's land. … [Read more...]

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