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Simple English definitions for legal terms
A quick definition of in mora:
Term: in mora
Definition: In mora means "in delay" or "in default" in Roman law. It refers to a debtor who fails to perform or delays performance of their obligations.
A more thorough explanation:
Term: In Mora
Definition: In Mora means that someone is delaying or failing to do something they promised to do. This term comes from Roman law. It is used to describe a debtor who is not doing what they agreed to do. For example, if someone borrowed money and promised to pay it back by a certain date, but they didn't, they would be considered "in mora." Another example would be if someone promised to deliver goods by a certain date, but they didn't, they would also be "in mora." This term is used to describe a situation where someone is not fulfilling their obligations.
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