Cost Effectiveness

/ˈkɒst ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A measure assessing whether the benefits of an action or decision justify the costs incurred, often used in legal policy and regulatory analysis.
    The court considered the cost effectiveness of the new environmental regulations before upholding them.

Forms

  • cost effectiveness

Commentary

In legal drafting, cost effectiveness is frequently employed to evaluate regulations, policies, or litigation strategies, ensuring that legal interventions provide value relative to their expense.

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