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An obsolete word, formerly used for scion, which figuratively signified a person who descended from another. The sien, says Lord Coke, takes all his nourishment from the stocke, and yet it produceth his own fruit. … [Read more...]
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Time allowed for an employee not to show at work for illness, most employers provide for paid leave time although not required under law. The Family and Medical Leave Act does require up to 12 weeks per year of unpaid leave for significant and lengthy illness. … [Read more...]
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Span. In Spanish law. A slave. Las Partidas, pt. 4, tit. 21, 1. 1. … [Read more...]
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Payments for which an employee is entitled during time off taken for days when the employee is ill or a family member is ill. See also sick leave which is without pay. … [Read more...]
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Span. Seven parts. See LAS PARTIDAS. … [Read more...]