Externals
Definitions
- (n.) External factors or elements related to but outside the scope of a legal agreement, entity, or jurisdiction.
The contract specified that externals such as third-party actions would not affect the obligations.
- (n.) Plural form of external, often referring to outside parties or influences considered in legal context.
The company assessed its externals before entering the international market.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'externals' often refer to outside influences or third parties; clarity is key to distinguish internal from external elements.
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