Emergency Injunction
/ˌɛmɚˈdʒɛnsi ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A court order issued on short notice to prevent imminent harm or preserve the status quo pending a full hearing.
The court granted an emergency injunction to stop the demolition of the historic building.
Forms
- emergency injunctions
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Commentary
Emergency injunctions are typically issued without notice to the opposing party and require a showing of immediate and irreparable harm.
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