SIMPLE TRUST

A simple trust corresponds with the ancient use, and is where property is simply vested in one person for the use of another, and the nature of the trust, not being qualified by the settler, is left to the construction of law. It differs from a special trust. … [Read more...] about SIMPLE TRUST

An unconditional obligation, one which is to be performed without depending upon any event provided by the parties to it. … [Read more...] about SIMPLE OBLIGATION

The felonious taking and carrying away the personal goods of another, unattended by acts of violence; it is distinguished from compound larceny, which is the stealing from the person or with violence. … [Read more...] about SIMPLE LARCENY

One, the evidence of which is merely oral, or in writing, not under seal, nor of record. 2. As contracts of this nature are frequently entered into without thought or proper deliberation, the law requires that there be some good cause, consideration or motive, before they can be enforced in the courts. The party making the promise must have obtained some advantage, or the party … [Read more...] about SIMPLE CONTRACT

A criminal offense involving the physical touching, harm and injury to another person. … [Read more...] about SIMPLE BATTERY