Dossier
Dossier is a term is given to the bundle of papers and information on a particular person, event, or subject.
Double Will
A Double Will is a will in which two persons join, each leaving his property and estate to the other, so that the survivor takes the whole.
Doubt
Doubt is uncertainty of mind; the absence of a settled opinion or conviction; theattitude of mind towards the acceptance of or belief in a proposition, theory, orstatement, in which the judgment is not at rest but inclines alternately to either side. It is that state of the case which, after the entire comparison and consideration…
Draconian Law(s)
Draconian Law is a code of laws prepared by Draco, the celebrated law-giver of Athens. These laws were exceedingly severe, and the term is now sometimes applied to any laws of unusual harshness.
Drawer
The person or organisation that has written a bill of exchange, such as a person who has written a cheque.
Due Diligence
An action a person can take which is considered reasonable in a particular circumstance in 0rder to keep themselves or others safe. For example, a doctor or surgeon ensuring that they are performing their duties to their maximum ability, or a landowner removing any hazards which could be harmful to others.
Duly Qualified
Duly Qualified means that a person is trained and prepared to perform tasks or to fulfil an office.
Duly Sworn
Duly Sworn means to have sworn under oath by a person who administers oaths.
Duress
Duress refers to threats, violence, constraints or other action used to coerce someone into doing something against their will or better judgement.
Duty of Care
An individual may owe a Duty of Care to another, to ensure that they do not suffer any unreasonable harm or loss. A breach of duty of care can lead to legal action by the victim or shareholders for any losses they incur.