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statute (stach´ūt),
n a law enacted and established by a legislative department of government. statute of frauds, n a requirement that, for legal validity, contracts for conveying real property or contracts for the performance of personal services requiring a year or more to perform must be in writing. statute of limitations, n a statute that sets a time limit within which legal action on certain causes of action must be brought. statute, wrongful death, n a statute that provides for the recovery of damages by a party other than the party who received the fatal injuries. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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