Economic Utility

/ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk ˈjuːtɪləti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The measure of satisfaction or value derived from goods or services, often relevant in legal contexts concerning contracts, property, and damages.
    The court considered the economic utility of the land when awarding compensation.

Commentary

In legal drafting, specifying economic utility can clarify the basis for valuation or damages assessment, linking economic concepts to legal outcomes.

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