Redundant Clause
/ˈrɛdʌndənt klɔːz/
Definitions
- (n.) A contractual provision or statutory language that is unnecessary because it duplicates or repeats content already expressed elsewhere.
The lawyer recommended removing the redundant clause to streamline the contract.
Forms
- redundant clauses
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Commentary
Redundant clauses can cause confusion and should generally be avoided to maintain clarity in legal documents.
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