Actual Knowledge
/ˈæk.tʃu.əl ˈnɒ.lɪdʒ/
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- (n.) Direct and explicit awareness or knowledge of a fact by a person, as opposed to knowledge inferred from circumstances or constructive knowledge.
The defendant had actual knowledge of the contract terms before signing.
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Commentary
Actual knowledge is a key concept distinguishing direct awareness from knowledge presumed by law; clarity in contracts and litigation is essential to avoid ambiguity.
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