§ 140A.001 Definitions
§ 140A.0015 Applicability of Provisions
§ 140A.002 Civil Racketeering
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Terms Used In Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 140A > Subchapter A - General Provisions

  • Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
  • Presiding officer: A majority-party Senator who presides over the Senate and is charged with maintaining order and decorum, recognizing Members to speak, and interpreting the Senate's rules, practices and precedents.
  • Remainder: An interest in property that takes effect in the future at a specified time or after the occurrence of some event, such as the death of a life tenant.