Legal Definitions - in aequo

IN AEQUO

In equity.

This term comes from Law Latin and is used historically in legal contexts.

It means that two parties are considered equal in a legal dispute and should be treated fairly.

It is similar to the term "ex aequo et bono," which means "according to what is fair and good."

1. In a court case, both the plaintiff and defendant presented strong evidence, and the judge found them to be in aequo. As a result, the judge made a decision that was fair to both parties.

2. In a divorce settlement, the couple agreed to split their assets in aequo, meaning that they would divide everything equally.

These examples illustrate how the term "in aequo" is used in legal contexts to ensure fairness and equality between parties in a dispute or settlement.