Disregard
/dɪsˈrɪɡɑrd/
Definitions
- (v.) To intentionally pay no attention to a law, rule, fact, or instruction.
The court may disregard evidence obtained unlawfully.
- (n.) The act of ignoring or treating something as unimportant, especially in legal contexts.
The disregard of contractual obligations can lead to breach of contract claims.
Forms
- disregards
- disregarded
- disregarding
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Commentary
In legal texts, 'disregard' often implies a deliberate choice to treat a rule or fact as inapplicable or irrelevant; clarity is advised when drafting to specify whether disregard leads to legal consequence.
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