Equity never counteracts the laws.

Explanation

No court of equity may overturn a clear legal rule — its power is to mitigate and supplement, never to contradict or repeal.

Where this applies

• A court of equity tries to overturn a clear statute.
• Someone argues equity should contradict the plain law.

See also

• 1.4.4 Equity follows the law.
• 1.4.5 Equity does not make law, but assists law.