Handling
/ˈhændlɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of managing, controlling, or dealing with goods, documents, or legal matters.
The contract includes provisions for the handling of confidential information.
- (n.) The processing or treatment of evidence or property in legal or investigative contexts.
Proper handling of evidence is crucial to maintaining chain of custody.
- (v.) Present participle of handle; refers to the act of managing or dealing with legal claims, cases, or property.
She is handling the client's contract negotiations.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, handling often relates to specific duties of care or responsibility, especially for sensitive materials; context determines whether it refers to physical goods, legal processes, or legal claims.
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