Lat. Of his own right, possessing full social and civil rights; not under any legal disability, or the power of another, or guardianship. Having capacity to manage one's own affairs; not under legal disability to act for one's self. Story. Ag. … [Read more...]

Suicide is the willful and voluntary act of a person who understands the physical nature of the act, and Intends by it to accomplish the result of self-destruction. Suicide is the deliberate termination of one's existence, while in the possession and enjoyment of his mental faculties. Self-killing by an insane person is not suicide. … [Read more...]

When a judge sentences a convicted defendant to consecutive sentences. … [Read more...]

Enough evidence, whether evidence exists to justify a legal decision, ruling or action. … [Read more...]

One who follows or comes into the place of another. 2. This term is applied more particularly to a sole corporation, or to any corporation. The word beir is more correctly applicable to a common person who takes an estate by descent. 3. It is also used to designate a person who has been appointed or elected to some office, after another person. Law Dictionary - Alternative … [Read more...]