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A species of adoption used among the Germans; it signifies union of descent. It takes place when a widower, having children, marries a widow, who also has children. These parents then agree that the children of both marriages shall have the rights to their succession, as those which may be the fruits of their marriage. … [Read more...] about UNIO PROLIUM

Obligations for payment of money which have been at various times issued by the government of the United States. … [Read more...] about UNITED STATES BONDS

In English poor-law. A union consists of two or more parishes which have been consolidated for the better administration of the poor-law therein. In ecclesiastical law. A union consists of two or more benefices which have been united into one benefice. Sweet. In Public law. A popular term in America for the United States; also, in Great Britain, for the consolidated governments … [Read more...] about UNION

Also known as USCIS, it is a bureau of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and is responsible for managing immigration applications, work permits, citizenship and the issuance of green cards. … [Read more...] about UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES

A collective bargaining agreement used in the context of labor agreements. … [Read more...] about UNION CONTRACT