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MaliceMalice means unjustified, inexcusable intent to commit a wrongful, legally evil act. Malice is a legal...1240
Mala fidesMala fides signify with or in bad faith. Mala fide is to be alleged with particularity- Assertion of...1173
Locus standiLocus standi is a Latin term, meaning place of standing - a right to appear in court or the right to...2558
Local authorityMere performance of governmental functions by an organisation will not automatically convert an organisation...1242
Lis Pendens[Latin: a pending suit] Lis pendens is a Latin term, connotes a pending suit. Lis pendens is a notice...1537
LimitationLimitation means the period of limitation prescribed for any suit, appeal or application. Courts of Law...944
Lifting the veil of incorporationThe law recognizes that a company is a separate legal entity distinct from its shareholders. Therefore...2048
Life Insurance Business"Life insurance business" means the business of effecting contracts of insurance upon human life, including...1201
LifeThe word "life" denotes the life of a human being, unless the contrary appears from the context. [See,...1145
LienLien is used by individuals, businesses, and lenders to secure payment for a debt. A lien can be placed...974