Commitment Bias
/ˈkɒmɪtmənt ˈbaɪəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The cognitive bias causing individuals to continue a course of action due to prior commitments, even when it is detrimental or unethical.
The judge noted that the company's commitment bias influenced its refusal to settle the case despite clear evidence.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, recognizing commitment bias is important in negotiations and judicial reasoning to avoid unfair persistence in flawed positions.
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