Incidental Rights
/ɪnˈsɪd.ən.təl raɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Rights that are secondary or subordinate to primary rights, often arising as a consequence of exercising those primary rights.
The licensee was granted incidental rights to use the property for maintenance purposes.
- (n.) Rights that arise naturally and consequentially from the main rights under a contract or legal arrangement but are not explicitly stated.
Incidental rights like access for inspection are implied in the lease agreement.
Forms
- incidental right
See also
Commentary
Incidental rights often require careful drafting to clarify scope and avoid ambiguity in contracts or property agreements.
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