Representation
/ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of speaking or acting on behalf of another person, especially in a legal context.
The lawyer made a strong representation on behalf of the client.
- (n.) A formal statement or assertion made to an authority, often in contract law.
The contract included a representation that all goods met safety standards.
Forms
- representations
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Commentary
In legal drafting, representations often accompany warranties, but they differ in that a representation is a statement of fact whereas a warranty is a promise related to that fact.
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