Glossary of Terms

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JOINT TENANCY
Ownership of land by two or more persons whereby, on the death of one, the survivor or survivors take the whole estate.
JOIST
One of a series of horizontal wood members used to support a floor, ceiling or roof.
JUDGEMENT
The decision of the Court.