Event Law
/ˈiː.vɛnt lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) A body of law governing the occurrence and effects of legal events and acts that trigger rights or obligations.
Under event law, the signing of a contract creates binding obligations for the parties involved.
- (n.) Legal principles that regulate the timing, conditions, or consequences of acts and incidents relevant to legal status or liability.
Event law determines when an act constitutes breach of contract.
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Commentary
Event law often underpins substantive rules by defining when legal consequences attach, so clarity on timing and conditions in drafting is crucial.
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