Riders
/ˈraɪdərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Provisions added to a legal document or insurance policy modifying its terms.
The insurance policy included several riders to cover additional risks.
- (n.) Individuals who ride horses, motorcycles, or vehicles, often in legal contexts relating to liability.
The law requires riders to wear helmets while operating motorcycles.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, riders typically serve to adjust or clarify provisions without rewriting the entire document; distinguish from 'endorsements' which can be similar in insurance law.
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