In old English law. Acquittance or immunity from amercement. … [Read more...] about WYTE
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WRIT OF TRIAL
In English law. A writ directing an action brought in a superior court to be tried in an inferior court or before the under sheriff, under St. 3 & 4 Wm. IV. c. 42. It is now superseded by the county courts act of 1867, c. 142, … [Read more...] about WRIT OF TRIAL
WRONG-DOER
One who commits an injury; a tort-feasor. … [Read more...] about WRONG-DOER
WRIT OF WASTE
The name of a writ to be issued against a tenant who has committed waste of the premises. There are several forms of this writ, that against a tenant in dower differs from the others. … [Read more...] about WRIT OF WASTE
WRONGFUL
That which is not right or proper. Infringing upon the rights of another. … [Read more...] about WRONGFUL