Dissemination
/dɪˌsɛmɪˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of distributing information, documents, or materials broadly within or outside an organization, often for legal or regulatory compliance.
The dissemination of the contract terms to all stakeholders ensured transparency.
- (n.) The spread or publication of sensitive or confidential information, sometimes governed by privacy laws or confidentiality agreements.
Unauthorized dissemination of client data may result in legal penalties.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, it is important to specify the scope and authorized recipients of dissemination to avoid ambiguity and potential breaches of confidentiality.
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