Quasi-Property
/ˈkwɒzaɪˈprɒpəti/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal right resembling property rights in certain respects but lacking full traditional property characteristics, often recognized in contexts like information or intangible interests.
The court treated the confidential information as a quasi-property to grant equitable relief.
Forms
- quasi-properties
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Commentary
Quasi-property is often used to describe rights that are enforceable against specific parties and resemble property but do not confer absolute ownership; drafting should clarify the nature and scope of these rights to prevent ambiguity.
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