Due Notice

/ˈduː ˈnoʊtɪs/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Adequate and timely notification given to a party in accordance with legal requirements to enable them to act or respond.
    The landlord must provide due notice before terminating the lease.
  2. (n.) A formal and effectual communication that complies with statutory or contractual requirements.
    Due notice of the meeting was sent to all shareholders as required by the bylaws.

Commentary

Due notice implies both sufficiency in time and proper method; drafting should specify these criteria to avoid disputes regarding adequacy.

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