Carefulness
/ˈkɛrfʊlnəs/
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- (n.) The quality or state of being careful, characterized by attentiveness and caution to avoid harm or legal liability.
The lawyer emphasized the carefulness required when drafting contracts to prevent disputes.
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Carefulness is often evaluated in legal contexts to determine whether a party exercised reasonable caution, affecting liability in tort and contract law.
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