Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Definition: Contingency with a double aspect is a type of remainder in which a contingent remainder exists along with a second remainder. The second remainder takes effect only if the first one fails. For example, "to A for life, and if A has children, then to the children and their heirs forever; and if A dies without children, then to B and B's heirs forever."
This means that if A has children, they will inherit the property after A's death. However, if A dies without children, then B will inherit the property. This is an example of a contingency with a double aspect because there are two possible outcomes depending on whether A has children or not.
Other types of remainders include:
These examples illustrate the different types of remainders that can exist in property law. Each type has its own set of rules and conditions that must be met for the remainder to take effect.