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Legal Terms – Cestui Que Use
cestui que use [Norman French, from cestui à que use, he to whose use] A person to whose use (i.e. for whose benefit) property was held by
another. The modern equivalent is the *beneficiary
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Legal Terms - Central Criminal Court
The primary Crown Court for Central London, commonly referred to as the Old Bailey due to its location. The court's senior circuit judge holds the esteemed title of Recorder of London, while the deputy judge is referred to as the Common Serjeant. According to custom, the Lord Mayor of London and any City aldermen
The primary Crown Court for Central London, commonly referred to as the Old Bailey due to its location. The court's senior circuit judge holds the esteemed title of Recorder of London, while the deputy judge is referred to as the Common Serjeant. According to custom, the Lord Mayor of London and any City aldermen
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Legal Terms - Central Office
The administrative structure of the Senior Courts in London, responsible for issuing claim forms. The business is overseen by the Queen's Bench Masters, one of whom presides as the practice master each day to provide any necessary guidance on matters of practice and procedure.
The administrative structure of the Senior Courts in London, responsible for issuing claim forms. The business is overseen by the Queen's Bench Masters, one of whom presides as the practice master each day to provide any necessary guidance on matters of practice and procedure.
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Legal Terms - Certainty
Certainty, in the context of contract law, refers to the state or quality of being definite, clear, and unambiguous. An incomplete or excessively ambiguous contract is unenforceable. Courts lack the authority to draft the contract on behalf of the parties, although they do have the power to
Only enforce a legally binding contract (G Scammell and Nephew Ltd v HC & JG Ouston [1941] 1 AC 25). However, it is not necessary for every aspect of the contract to be unambiguous. Courts will endeavor to uphold the objectives of the parties by employing a rational interpretation of the contract, taking into account customary practices or use, and by referencing external benchmarks (such as utilizing the prevailing market value to establish pricing in cases where it has been excluded).
According to the case of Nicolene v Simmonds [1953] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 189, if a phrase in a contract is found to be useless and may be removed from the contract without impacting its validity, the courts will disregard it. The contract will not be considered incomplete if it includes a mechanism for resolving an ambiguous aspect.
Certainty, in the context of contract law, refers to the state or quality of being definite, clear, and unambiguous. An incomplete or excessively ambiguous contract is unenforceable. Courts lack the authority to draft the contract on behalf of the parties, although they do have the power to
Only enforce a legally binding contract (G Scammell and Nephew Ltd v HC & JG Ouston [1941] 1 AC 25). However, it is not necessary for every aspect of the contract to be unambiguous. Courts will endeavor to uphold the objectives of the parties by employing a rational interpretation of the contract, taking into account customary practices or use, and by referencing external benchmarks (such as utilizing the prevailing market value to establish pricing in cases where it has been excluded).
According to the case of Nicolene v Simmonds [1953] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 189, if a phrase in a contract is found to be useless and may be removed from the contract without impacting its validity, the courts will disregard it. The contract will not be considered incomplete if it includes a mechanism for resolving an ambiguous aspect.
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Legal Terms - certificate of incorporation
An official document issued by the Registrar of Companies following the completion of a company's registration process, confirming that the business has been legally established.For a limited business, the certificate confirms that the company members have limited liability. In the case of a public corporation, the certificate verifies its status as a public company. Subsequently, the legitimacy of the incorporation cannot be disputed.
An official document issued by the Registrar of Companies following the completion of a company's registration process, confirming that the business has been legally established.For a limited business, the certificate confirms that the company members have limited liability. In the case of a public corporation, the certificate verifies its status as a public company. Subsequently, the legitimacy of the incorporation cannot be disputed.
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Legal Terms - certificates of readiness
In Crown Court proceedings, the prosecution and defence submit documents to confirm if the case is prepared for trial or whether additional matters need to be addressed during a pretrial review. It is necessary to deliver certificates of preparedness to the court and all parties involved in the case at least 28 days prior to the scheduled trial date.
In Crown Court proceedings, the prosecution and defence submit documents to confirm if the case is prepared for trial or whether additional matters need to be addressed during a pretrial review. It is necessary to deliver certificates of preparedness to the court and all parties involved in the case at least 28 days prior to the scheduled trial date.
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Legal Terms – Crrtification Officer
A Certification Officer (CO) is a government officer responsible for verifying and overseeing topics linked to industry and trade unions. The office was initially established in accordance with the Employment Protection Act 1975, with its primary purpose being to officially recognize trade unions as autonomous entities, so enabling them to avail themselves of several legal privileges. The Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 currently governs it, and the Employment Act 1999 expanded its powers. The Chief Officer (CO) is tasked for verifying the autonomy of labor unions while also taking on additional crucial roles that involve investigation, administration, and adjudication. These responsibilities encompass the management of a registry of trade unions and employers' groups, as well as the oversight of trade union financial records.
Consolidation of labor unions and resolution of grievances related to trade union elections and political funds. The Chief Officer (CO) has the authority to receive specific grievances from union members regarding the organization itself. This includes complaints related to disciplinary measures taken against a member who alleges a violation of the union's regulations. The Chief Officer (CO) is designated by the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform, although it functions autonomously from the government. The Annual Reports of the Certification Officer contain comprehensive information regarding the officer's activities and include statistical data on trade union membership.
A Certification Officer (CO) is a government officer responsible for verifying and overseeing topics linked to industry and trade unions. The office was initially established in accordance with the Employment Protection Act 1975, with its primary purpose being to officially recognize trade unions as autonomous entities, so enabling them to avail themselves of several legal privileges. The Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 currently governs it, and the Employment Act 1999 expanded its powers. The Chief Officer (CO) is tasked for verifying the autonomy of labor unions while also taking on additional crucial roles that involve investigation, administration, and adjudication. These responsibilities encompass the management of a registry of trade unions and employers' groups, as well as the oversight of trade union financial records.
Consolidation of labor unions and resolution of grievances related to trade union elections and political funds. The Chief Officer (CO) has the authority to receive specific grievances from union members regarding the organization itself. This includes complaints related to disciplinary measures taken against a member who alleges a violation of the union's regulations. The Chief Officer (CO) is designated by the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform, although it functions autonomously from the government. The Annual Reports of the Certification Officer contain comprehensive information regarding the officer's activities and include statistical data on trade union membership.
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Legal Terms – Certiorari
certiorari n. [Information in Latin] Refer to the QUASHING ORDER.
certiorari n. [Information in Latin] Refer to the QUASHING ORDER.
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Legal Terms – Certum est quod certum reddi potest
In Latin, certum est quod certum reddi potest Something ought to be regarded as certain if it can be made definite. For instance, a landlord may only use the distraint for rent (see DISTRESS) in cases where the rent amount is known. Nonetheless, the rent amount is regarded as certain if it can be determined
In Latin, certum est quod certum reddi potest Something ought to be regarded as certain if it can be made definite. For instance, a landlord may only use the distraint for rent (see DISTRESS) in cases where the rent amount is known. Nonetheless, the rent amount is regarded as certain if it can be determined
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Legal Terms –Caveat Actor
caveat actor [Latin] Let the doer be on his guard.
caveat actor [Latin] Let the doer be on his guard.
