Glossary of terms by letter
R
Respondent
The party against whom proceedings are brought
Restitution
When a Warrant of Restitution must be issued
Restrictive covenant
An agreement which prevents a property purchaser from building on or using the property in a certain way
Retention of title
This is a clause which ensures that where goods are supplied on credit, if the buyer subsequently goes into bankruptcy, the seller can repossess the goods
Revoke
Cancellation of a will
RIDDOR
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations - this makes it mandatory to report accidents at work
Right of Audience
Entitlement to appear before a Court in a legal capacity and conduct proceedings on behalf of a party to the proceedings
Rights of Audience
The right to conduct legal proceedings in a court
RRA
Race Relations Act
