Ab Initio in United Kingdom

Definition of Ab Initio

Meaning from the start or beginning.

Ab initio in Legal Latin

Meaning of the latin term “Ab initio” from the University of Kent: ‘From the beginning’ – If a contract is void (say for mistake) ab initio, this has the consequence that no

innocent third parties can acquire rights under any subsequent contract (Bell v Lever Bros [1932] AC 161 (HL)

(Lord Atkin).

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See Also

• Legal Latin Maxims
• Legal Latin Quotes
• Legal Latin Dictionary