Fronting
/ˈfrʌntɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of a party appearing in court on behalf of another, or using another's name to initiate legal proceedings without authorization.
The court dismissed the case due to improper fronting by the unauthorized representative.
- (n.) A financial arrangement where a party uses another's name to secure credit or conduct transactions, potentially implicating liability issues.
Fronting in the loan agreement raised concerns about undisclosed obligations.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, fronting often involves unauthorized or proxy appearances or transactions, requiring careful attention to agency and liability.
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