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SUBREJOINDER

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pleading. The plaintiff's answer to the defendant's rejoinder. It is governed in every respect by the same rules as the replication. … [Read more...]

SUBSIDIARY

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A corporation that is owned by another corporation (usually called the parent corporation.) Typically the parent corporation will control the subsidiary. … [Read more...]

SUBREPTIO

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Let In the civil law. Obtaining gifts of escheat, etc., from the king by concealing the truth. Bell; Calvin. … [Read more...]

SUBSIDY

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A sum of money provided to a party to further an activity, interest or endeavor. May refer to government grants which are paid to private persons or entities to assist in furthering an enterprise or endeavor which is deemed beneficial to the public. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition In English law. An aid, tax, or tribute granted by parliament to the king for the … [Read more...]

SUBREPTION

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French law. By this word is understood the fraud committed to obtain a pardon, title, or grant, by alleging facts contrary to truth. … [Read more...]

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