Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Term: PENDENTES FRUCTUS
Definition: Hanging fruits that have not yet been picked. These fruits belong to the real owner and must be returned to them, even if someone else has possession of them. This is different from fruits that have already been gathered. Sometimes, this term is shortened to just "pendentes".
Definition: Hanging fruits. These fruits, as distinguished from fruits that have been gathered, must be restored to a real owner who defeats the claims of a bona fide possessor.
Example: If someone picks fruit from a tree that does not belong to them, but the true owner of the tree has not yet harvested the fruit, the fruit is considered pendentes fructus and must be returned to the true owner.
Explanation: Pendentes fructus refers to fruits that are still hanging on a tree or plant and have not yet been harvested. If someone takes these fruits without permission, they are not considered the rightful owner and must return them to the true owner once identified.
Definition: Remaining undecided or while awaiting a decision or action.
Example: A court case that is waiting for a judge's ruling is considered pending.
Explanation: When something is pending, it means that it is still waiting for a decision or action to be taken. This can refer to legal cases, business deals, or even personal matters. Until a decision is made or action is taken, the matter remains pending.