Justifiable Absence
/ˌdʒʌstɪˈfaɪəbl ˈæbsəns/
Definitions
- (n.) An excused or legally acceptable reason for nonattendance or nonappearance, often recognized in employment, education, or court contexts.
The employee's medical emergency was deemed a justifiable absence by the employer.
- (n.) A lawful excuse for failing to attend a required legal proceeding, preventing default judgments or sanctions.
The defendant provided evidence of a justifiable absence from the trial date.
Forms
- justifiable absence
- justifiable absences
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Commentary
In drafting, clearly specify conditions that qualify an absence as justifiable to avoid ambiguity in enforcement.
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