Commercial Law

/ˈkɒmɜːrʃəl lɔː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The body of law governing business and commercial transactions, including contracts, sales, negotiable instruments, and secured transactions.
    The parties resolved their dispute under commercial law.

Commentary

Commercial law broadly encompasses statutes and case law regulating commerce, with regional variations; drafters should clarify scope in context.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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