Maxims
(n) Maxims are the clichés, formula, or line of believes used as a thumb rule by the judges and attorneys to reach a conclusion based on the existing circumstances or evidences. Eg of Maxims are "He who takes the benefit must bear the burden.
Maximum Contaminant Level: The maximum permissible level of a contaminant in water which is delivered to the free flowing outlet of the ultimate user of a public water system, ...
Maxim: Principles and rules generally recognized and accepted because they have been in use and have proved to be fair and reasonable over long periods of time.
Maximum Medical Cure
a term that includes refers to the medical treatment, hospitalization, rehabilitation and therapy that is needed until the patient has recovered from his illness or injuries to the fullest extent that is medically possible.
maxims
n. a collection of legal truisms which are used as "rules of thumb" by both judges and lawyers. They are listed in the codified statutes, and include: "When the reason of a rule ceases, so should the rule itself".
MAXIM. An established principle or proposition. A principle of law universally admitted, as being just and consonant With reason.
Maxims: The contract makes the law. The law aids the vigilant; forces no one to do a vain, useless, or impossible thing; injures no one -- never works and injury; does nothing in vain; regards not trifles; regards equity; always gives a remedy; ...
Maximilian of Tebessa was a conscientious objector. He was killed for refusing to be conscripted.
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A maxim of Roman law now part of British-tradition common law, that a buyer's omission to make fundamental inquiries and inspection(s) of property leaves the purchase of deficient property at the buyer's peril if he does not.
It is a maxim of law, that, that is certain which may be made certain; certum est quod certum reddi potest Co.
Cap Slang for maximum, as the most interest that can be charged on an adjustable rate promissory note.
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Clean hands
A maxim of the law to the effect that any person, individual or corporate, that wishes to ask or petition a court for judicial action, must be in a position free of fraud or other unfair conduct.
The ancient maxim is, "He who comes to equity must come with clean hands." Co-defendant When two or more defendants are sued in the same case, they are called co-defendants.
The Army Act prescribes the maximum punishment which may be inflicted in respect of each offence.
Indictable Offence More serious criminal offences that carry longer maximum sentences and higher fines; these offences are also subject to more complex court procedures, ...
Maximum interest rates on loans made by individuals are controlled by statute. To charge more than that rate is usury, the penalty for which may be the inability of a creditor to collect through the courts.
Per-Country Limit - The maximum number of family-sponsored and employment-based preference visas that can be issued to citizens of any country in a fiscal year.
The European Working Time Directive limited the maximum length of a working week to 48 hours in 7 days, and a minimum rest period of 11 hours in each 24 hours.
The latin maxim restitutio in integrum (restoration to original condition) is one of the primary guiding principles behind the awarding of damages in common law negligence claims.
The American law was designed to encourage the maximum inventiveness. Unlike many European countries where the rights to patents are limited so as to make innovations in industry easier, ...
Under an insurance policy, for example, the deductible is the maximum amount that an insured person must pay toward his own losses before he can recover from the insurer. For example, Julie's car insurance policy has a $500 deductible.
In common law, the law that details the maximum period of time that legal proceedings may be enacted after certain events. The statute of limitations will vary by the event and by state and country.
The law of agency is based on the Latin maxim "Qui facit per alium, facit per se," which means "he who acts through another is deemed in law to do it himself." Agency, in its legal sense, nearly always relates to commercial or contractual dealings.
Limited Liability: The maximum amount a person participating in a business can lose or be charged in case of claims against the company or its bankruptcy. A stockholder in a corporation can only lose his/her investment.
rent control - Laws that control the maximum amount of rent a tenant may be charged, and that establish when the amount of rent can be raised.
Replevin - An action for the recovery of a possession that has been wrongfully taken.
A sentence of imprisonment to a specified minimum and maximum period of time, specifically authorized by statute, subject to termination by a parole board or other authorized agency after the prisoner has served the minimum term.
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Leniency - Recommendation for a sentence less than the maximum allowed.
Letters of Administration - Legal document issued by a court that shows an administrator's legal right to take control of assets in the deceased person's name.
felony - A felony is a major crime for which the maximum imprisonment is more than one year in a state correctional institution. The court may also impose a fine.
Indeterminate Sentence: A sentence of imprisonment to a specified minimum and maximum period of time, specifically authorized by statute, ...
Misdemeanor: A crime that carries a maximum penalty of one year and/or a $2,000 fine.
Mitigating Circumstances: Circumstances that may be considered to reduce the guilt of a defendant. Usually based on fairness or mercy.
jurisdictional limit: The maximum amount of money that a court can award.
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: an agreement specifying the maximum amount of credit allowed a borrower
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Usury - Extraction of interest on a loan above the maximum rate permitted by statute.
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Vacate - To set aside.
field capacity : The maximum amount of water that a soil can retain after excess water from saturated conditions has been drained by the force of gravity.
The Queen's Recommendation must be signified to any measure which proposes the raising or spending of public money. It sets out the maximum charge on public funds or on the public, and also the purpose for which money is being raised or spent.
Major department or chain stores which are strategically located at shopping centers so as to give maximum exposure to smaller satellite stores.
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contempt of court - Any act involving disrespect to the court or failure to obey its rules or orders. Carries a maximum of 30 days in jail.
continuance - A court order postponing proceedings.
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It is a rule that the young of domestic or tame animals belong to the owner of the dam or mother, according to the maxim Partus sequitur... more
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Good time - A reduction in sentenced time in prison as a reward for good behaviour. It usually is one third to one half of the maximum sentence.
If the employer is unable to show that the dismissal was fair, based on a limited number of grounds, the Industrial Tribunal will award compensation up to a statutory maximum to be paid by the employer to the former employee.
Maximum fines for misdemeanors vary from state, but $5000 is usually an upper limit, with many states capping fines at $1000. Typically, the longest prison sentence for being found guilty of a misdemeanor is one year or possibly less.
Consecutive Sentence - prison terms for two or more offenses to be served one after the other. Example: Two 5-year sentences and one 3-year sentence, if served consecutively, result in a maximum of 13 years behind bars.
In small claims/commercial claims, a claim brought by a defendant against the plaintiff for an amount not to exceed the maximum monetary jurisdiction allowed in the small claims/commercial claims court.
The maximum period for recovery of arrears of tax or rent is six years.
Liquidation: Sale of all the assets of a company or partnership by a liquidator and use of the proceeds to pay off creditors.
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