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VOLUNTARY ASSIGNMENT

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An assignment for the benefit of his creditors made by a debtor voluntarily ; as distinguished from a compulsory assignment which takes place by operation of law in proceedings in. bankruptcy or insolvency. Presumably it means an assignment of a debtor … [Read more...]

VRAIC

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Seaweed. It is used in great quantities by the inhabitants of Jersey and Guernsey for manure, and also for fuel by the poorer classes. … [Read more...]

VOLUNTARY BANKRUPTCY

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Bankruptcy that is voluntarily filed by the debtor, as opposed to involuntary bankruptcy which is filed by a creditor of the debtor. … [Read more...]

VOLUNTEER

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In conveyancing, one who holds a title under a voluntary conveyance, i.e., one made without consideration, good or valuable, to support it A person who gives his services without any express or implied promise of remuneration in return is called a "volunteer," and is entitled to no remuneration for his services, nor to any compensation for Injuries sustained by him in … [Read more...]

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