Loud v. Bull , 1 Whart. 238 ( 1836 )


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  • Per Curiam.

    As the judgment was confessed by the, administratrix, for a debt incurred after the death of the decedent, it was *241suffered by her clearly in her own right; her being named as administratrix being but description or surplusage; and a sale under it of the decedent’s land, therefore, passed no title. But even if viewed as a judgment against her in auter droit, a sale under it would have no greater consequence, as the judgment, not being founded on a true demand against the decedent, would be collusive; and the nature of the claim appearing on the face of the declaration, would affect the purchaser with notice. Still further, the lien of the decedent’s creditors had expired, and a judgment suffered by his personal representative could not affect his land. On all these grounds judgment was properly given for the plaintiffs.

    Judgment affirmed.

Document Info

Citation Numbers: 1 Whart. 238

Filed Date: 2/6/1836

Precedential Status: Precedential

Modified Date: 1/13/2023