Abandonment

Abandonment is the voluntary relinquishment of all rights, title, or claim to property that rightfully belongs to the owner of the property. Stocks, bonds or mutual funds held in a brokerage account where the owner can’t be located or contacted is an example of abandonment. The laws of escheat may cause the property to be…

Abandonment of Value

Abandonment of Value is when the amount earned if an investment is discontinued. The general rule for this situation is that if the amount received for scrap or salvage is more than the net present value (NPV) the project is abandoned.  

Abatement

Abatement has four stances: – Commerce: a reduction in the amount of a bill due to factors such as demurrage, overtime penalty, or rent. – Environment: to reduce or eliminate polluting or hazardous substances. This is done by removing them or considering a new plan of more efficient waste management. – Legal: A court decision…