Contribution
Glossary of Technical Terms, Phrases, and Maxims of the Common Law · Frederic Jesup Stimson · 1881
Glossary of Technical Terms, Phrases, and Maxims of the Common Law
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A suit in equity, brought by one who has discharged a debt or liability, to compel those jointly liable to pay their share.
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Ratable division of losses or liabilities. Contributione facieuda. v. De.