Continuation
/ˌkɒntɪˈnjuː.eɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of carrying on or maintaining a course of action or legal proceeding without interruption.
The continuation of the trial was granted to allow more evidence to be gathered.
- (n.) A legal mechanism or document that extends the existence or effect of a previous instrument or proceeding.
The company filed a continuation to extend its trademark registration.
Forms
- continuations
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Commentary
In legal drafting, a continuation often refers to documents that preserve rights or proceedings beyond an initial period.
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