Material Error
/ˌmɪəˈtɪəriəl ˈɛrər/
Definitions
- (n.) An error that affects the substantive rights or obligations within a legal document or proceeding, potentially invalidating an outcome.
The court found a material error in the contract that justified rescission.
- (n.) A factual mistake in the evidence or record that significantly impacts the decision or judgment in a legal case.
The appeal was granted due to a material error in the trial transcript.
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- material error
- material errors
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Commentary
Material errors are distinguished from minor or clerical errors by their substantive impact on legal rights or outcomes; precise identification is crucial in appeals and contract law.
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