Public Relations

/ˈpʌblɪk rɪˈleɪʃənz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The practice of managing and disseminating information from an organization to the public to influence perception and maintain a favorable image, often relevant in legal contexts involving corporate communication and compliance.
    The company hired a specialist in public relations to handle crisis communication during the lawsuit.

Commentary

In legal contexts, public relations often intersects with compliance and regulatory communication. Precision in messaging is crucial to avoid misleading statements or legal liability.

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