Lands In Scotland where the ridges of a field belong alternatively to different proprietors. Anciently this kind of possession was advantageous In giving a united interest to tenants to resist inroads. By the act of 1695, a 23, a division of these lands was authorized, with the exception of lands belonging to corporations. Wharton. … [Read more...]
RULING
Any decision a judge makes during the course of a lawsuit. … [Read more...]
RUPEE
A silver coin of India, rated at 2s. for the current and 2s. 3d. for the Bombay, rupee. … [Read more...]
RUMOR
A general public report of certain things, without any certainty as to their truth. 2. In general, rumor cannot be received in evidence, but when the question is whether such rumor existed, and not its truth or falsehood, then evidence of it may be given. … [Read more...]
RUN
(noun) - In American law. A watercourse of small size. Webb v. Bedford,'2 Bibb. (Ky.) 354.(verb) - To have currency or legal validity in a prescribed territory; as, the writ ran throughout the county. To have applicability or legal effect during a prescribed period of time; as, the statute of limitations has run against the claim. To follow or accompany; to be attached to … [Read more...]