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Latin: A root or stock of descent or title. Taking property by right of representation is called "succession per stirpes," In opposition to taking in one's own right or as a principal, which is termed "taking per capita." See Rotmanskey v. Helss, 86 Md. 633, 39 Atl. 415 … [Read more...] about STIRPS

descents. This is a metaphorical expression which designates, in the genealogy of a family, the person from whom others are descended: those persons who have so descended are called branches. Law Dictionary - Alternative Legal Definition In mercantile law. The goods and wares of a merchant or tradesman, kept for sale and traffic. In a larger sense. The capital of a merchant or … [Read more...] about STOCK

One who is authorized by a customer to buy and sell securities. … [Read more...] about STOCK BROKER

A printed document that represents proof of ownership of shares of stock of a corporation. The certificate is signed by the authorized officers of the corporation and contains the name of the corporation, the number of shares of stock that are represented by the certificate, the registered number of the certificate, the shareholder's name and issuance date. … [Read more...] about STOCK CERTIFICATE

See Dividend. … [Read more...] about STOCK DIVIDEND