Center of Gravity
/ˈsɛn.tər əv ˈgræv.ɪ.ti/
Definitions
- (n.) The legally relevant focal point in liability or negligence cases where responsibility or fault is concentrated.
The court identified the center of gravity for the parties' obligations in the contract dispute.
- (n.) In international law, the main locus of a state's or organization's power that may be targeted to influence outcomes in conflict or negotiations.
The center of gravity in the treaty negotiation was the economic sanctions imposed on the parties.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, center of gravity denotes the critical point of responsibility or influence, useful in analyzing liability and power distribution.
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