Obligations

/ˌɒblɪˈɡeɪʃənz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legal duties binding a party to perform or refrain from certain acts, enforceable by law.
    The contract created mutual obligations between the parties.

Forms

  • obligation

Commentary

Obligations encompass duties arising from contracts, torts, or statutes; precise drafting ensures clarity on the scope and enforceability of these duties.

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