Enforcement Costs
/ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt kɒsts/
Definitions
- (n.) Expenses incurred by a party or authority to ensure compliance with laws, contracts, or court judgments.
The plaintiff sought recovery of enforcement costs after the defendant failed to comply with the settlement.
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- enforcement costs
- enforcement cost
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Commentary
Enforcement costs often include fees for legal representation, process serving, and other expenses necessary to effectuate a judgment or regulatory order.
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