Precautionary Measure
/ˌprɛkəˈʃəˌnɛri ˈmɛʒər/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal or regulatory action taken to prevent harm or manage risk before actual damage or violation occurs.
The tribunal imposed precautionary measures to safeguard the disputed territory during negotiations.
- (n.) Interim remedies ordered by courts or authorities to preserve rights or prevent worsening of a situation pending final judgment.
The court granted precautionary measures to freeze the defendant's assets until the trial concluded.
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- precautionary measures
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Commentary
Precautionary measures often serve a preventive function distinct from punitive or compensatory remedies; clarity in scope and conditions is essential when drafting related provisions.
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