Linkage

/ˈlɪŋkɪdʒ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The legal connection or relationship between persons, acts, or properties that affects rights and liabilities.
    The linkage between the contracts determined the allocation of responsibility.
  2. (n.) In tax law, the rules that integrate and coordinate different provisions or entities for tax purposes.
    The linkage provision prevents double taxation by consolidating related entities.

Forms

  • linkages

Commentary

Used primarily to denote connections that influence legal effects; in tax, linkage rules unify treatment across related entities or transactions.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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