Payment Obligation
/ˈpeɪmənt ˌɒblɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal duty or commitment to transfer a specified sum of money or equivalent value under contract or law.
The contract clearly specifies the payment obligation due on the last day of the month.
Forms
- payment obligation
- payment obligations
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Commentary
Payment obligations must be precisely defined in agreements to avoid disputes regarding timing, amount, and conditions of payment.
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