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The law merchant is a system of equity, founded on the rules of equity, and governed in all its parts by plain justice and good faith.

— Sir Francis Buller, 1st Baronet Master v. Miller (1791)

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Wherever a man neglects to take advantage of any defence which he has at the time, he waives it.

Buxton v. Mardin (1785)

It seems to me that the argument of the defendant's counsel blows hot and cold at the same time.

L'Anson v. Stuart (1787)

The intention of the testator is the polar star by which we must be guided.

Smith v. Coffin (1795)

There is no distinction between a good jury and a common jury.

King v. Perry (1793)

I think what has been considered as settled law for thirty years past ought not now to be departed from.

Doe v. Staple (1788)

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