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Latin: Always. A word which Introduces several Latin maxims, of which some are also used without this prefix. Semper in dubiis benigniora praefe renda sunt. In doubtful cases, the more favorable constructions are always to be preferred. Dig. 50, 17, 56. Semper in dubiis id agendum est, nt qnam tutissimo loco re sit bona fide contracta, nisi qnom aperte contra leges scriptnm … [Read more...] about SEMPER

A statement or utterance made that serves the benefit of the speaker. … [Read more...] about SELF-SERVING STATEMENT

Latin: Always ready. The name of a plea by which the defendant alleges thai he has always been ready to perform what is demanded of him. 3 Bl. Comm. 303. Semper prsesumitur pro legitimatione puerorum. The presumption always is in favor of the legitimacy of children. 5 Coke, 986; Co. Litt 126a. Semper prsesumitur pro matrimonio. The presumption is always in favor of the validity … [Read more...] about SEMPER PARATUS

To transfer or give one's property to another in exchange for money. See also barter. … [Read more...] about SELL

Latin, meaning Everything is presumed in favor of the legitimacy of children. … [Read more...] about SEMPER PRAESUMITUR PRO LEGITIMATIONE PUERORUM