Injunctions
/ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Court orders directing a party to do or refrain from doing a specific act to prevent harm or preserve the status quo.
The plaintiff sought an injunction to stop the factory from polluting the river.
Forms
- injunction
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Commentary
Injunctions are discretionary equitable remedies often differentiated by duration and scope; clear drafting of the terms is critical to enforceability.
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