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General law

Common terminology used in legal business.

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delay

Law; General law

The act of postponig or slowing; an instance at which something is postponed or slowed.

delegate

Law; General law

One who acts or represents for another person or group.

delegatee

Law; General law

An agent or representive to whom a matter is delegated.

earnest

Law; General law

A nominal payment or token act that serves as a pledge.

earnest money

Law; General law

A deposit paid by a prospective buyer to show a good faith intension to complete transaction.

earning capacity

Law; General law

A person's capacity or power to earn money, given the person's talent, skills, and experience.

quantum valebant

Law; General law

The reasonable value of goods and materials.

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