A money verdict the amount of which is fixed by the following process: Each juror writes down the sum he wishes to award by the verdict; these amounts are all added together, and the total is divided by twelve, (the number of the jurors,) and the quotient stands as the verdict of the jury by their agreement. Quotles dubia interpretatio Ubertatis est, secundum libertatem … [Read more...]

Engl. law. That he give leave to demolish. The name of a writ which commands the defendant to permit the plaintiff to abate the nuisance of which complaint is made, or otherwise to appear in court and to show cause why he will not. On proof of the facts the plaintiff is entitled to have judgment to abate the nuisance and to recover damages. This proceeding, on account of its … [Read more...]

Latin, meaning When there is no ambiguity in words, then no exposition contrary to the expressed words is to be made. … [Read more...]

The release of a claim or of title to property.(verb) - In conveyancing. To release or relinquish a claim; to execute a deed of quitclaim.(noun) - A release or acquittance given to one man by another, in respect of any action that he has or might have against him. Also acquitting or giving up one's claim or title. Termes de la Ley; Cowell. Quitclaim deed. A deed of conveyance … [Read more...]

Latin, meaning What appears to the Court needs not the help of witnesses. … [Read more...]