Owning property or a business as a result of considerable effort and work contributed. For example, where a party creating a new online business requires significant programming to make it successful but does not have sufficient funds, a programmer may found who will contribute significant programming efforts in exchange for partial ownership in the business. … [Read more...]

Comprehensive; including in Its scope many persons or objects; as a sweeping objection. … [Read more...]

A suspect classification under constitutional law where discrimination against its members is unlawful and subject to a discrimination lawsuit. Suspect classifications include race, color, creed and national origin amongst others, some of which may be quasi-suspect classifications. … [Read more...]

1. To delay or postpone. 2. To stop one from participating or enjoying a privilege for a period of time. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition To interrupt; to cause to cease for a time; to stay, delay, or hinder; to discontinue temporarily, but with an expectation or purpose of resumption. To for: bid a public officer, attorney, or ecclesiastical person from performing … [Read more...]

A sentence which is not imposed at the time judgment is rendered, usually alternative sentencing where a probationary period is given whereupon successful completion will result in a dismissal of the charges. When a criminal sentence is not imposed and is delayed indefinitely, subject to the defendant's meeting the qualifications for the favorable treatment, e.g. making full … [Read more...]