Choice Architecture

/ˈtʃɔɪs ˌɑːrkɪˈtɛktʃər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The design or organization of the context in which individuals make decisions, influencing their legal or contractual choices without restricting options.
    The contract’s choice architecture subtly guided the parties towards arbitration instead of litigation.

Forms

  • choice architecture
  • choice architectures

Commentary

Choice architecture is a key concept in behavioral law and economics, emphasizing how legal frameworks can structure decisions to promote desired outcomes without coercion.

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