Hastiness
/ˈheɪsti.nəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality or state of acting with undue speed or insufficient deliberation, often leading to errors or injustice in legal contexts.
The court noted the hastiness in the plaintiff's decision to file the lawsuit without gathering sufficient evidence.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'hastiness' often implicitly contrasts with due diligence, underscoring the importance of careful deliberation to avoid procedural or substantive errors.
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