In the ancient English law, when an action was brought for the same cause of action which had been before settled by arbitration, this writ was brought. Wats. on Arb. 256. … [Read more...]
WORKMENS COMPENSATION
See workers compensation. … [Read more...]
WRIT DE BONO ET MALO
In ancient writ which was issued in the case of each prisoner, instead of a general commission of general jail delivery for all the prisoners. This writ has not been used for a very long time, and is obsolete. See DEBONO ET MALO; ASSIZE … [Read more...]
WORKOUT
The plan of a debtor to pay off a debt or obtain loan forgiveness, usually done to avoid bankruptcy or foreclosure proceedings. … [Read more...]
WORKPLACE
The general area at one's place of employment. The office environment. … [Read more...]