Valuation in United States
Valuation Definition
The act of ascertaining the worth of a thing. The estimated worth of a thing. It differs from “price,” which does not- always afford a true criterion of value; for a thing . may be bought very dear or very clieap. In some contracts, as in the case of bailments or insurances, the thing bailed or insured is sometimes valued at the time of making the contract, so that, if lost, no dispute may arise as to the amount of the loss. 2 Marsh. Ins. 620; 1 Caines (N. Y.) 80; 2 Caines (N. Y.) 30; Story, Bailm. i§ 253, 254; Park, Ins. 98; Weskett, Ins.; Phil. Ins. See “Policy.”
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The act of ascertaining the worth of a thing. The estimated worth of a thing. It differs from “price,” which does not- always afford a true criterion of value; for a thing . may be bought very dear or very clieap. In some contracts, as in the case of bailments or insurances, the thing bailed or insured is sometimes valued at the time of making the contract, so that, if lost, no dispute may arise as to the amount of the loss. 2 Marsh. Ins. 620; 1 Caines (N. Y.) 80; 2 Caines (N. Y.) 30; Story, Bailm. i§ 253, 254; Park, Ins. 98; Weskett, Ins.; Phil. Ins. See “Policy.”
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Valuation (Closely Held Corporations)
This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of valuation. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Closely Held Corporations is provided. Finally, the subject of Business, Corporate Law in relation with valuation is examined. Note that a list of cross references, bibliography and other resources appears at the end of this entry.
Valuation (Winding Up)
This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of valuation. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Winding Up is provided. Finally, the subject of General Partnerships in relation with valuation is examined. Note that a list of cross references, bibliography and other resources appears at the end of this entry.