Which equitable maxim favors those who exercise caution in pursuing their claims and disfavors those who rest on their legal rights by failing to act to protect their rights in a reasonable period of time?
A. Substance over form.
B. Equity aids the vigilant.
C. Doctrine of stare decisis.
D. Clean hands doctrine.
Ans: B. Equity aids the vigilant.
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A. There are no limitations on marriage. B. States place some limitations on marriage. C. Marriage is governed by federal laws. D. There are only limitations on marriages if the people are under eighteen years of age.
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A. ?must provide a defense. B. ?need not provide a defense. C. ?need not appear in court. D. ?must pay for an attorney.
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