Deflection
/dɪˈflɛkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of diverting or turning aside from a direct course, often referring to a change in direction of a legal obligation, duty, or responsibility.
The contract included a clause preventing deflection of liability to third parties.
- (n.) In tort law, the redirection of claims or responsibilities, such as deflecting liability onto another party.
The defendant argued for deflection of responsibility to the subcontractor.
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- deflection
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Commentary
Deflection in legal usage often involves shifting or redirecting legal responsibility or obligations; clarity in contract language can prevent unintended deflection of duties.
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