Sequence of Events
/ˈsiːkwəns əv ɪˈvɛnts/
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- (n.) An ordered series of actions or occurrences relevant in establishing facts, causation, or liability in legal proceedings.
The court examined the sequence of events leading up to the contract breach.
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In legal context, the sequence of events is crucial for establishing causation and liability; precise chronology often aids in reconstructing factual narratives for adjudication.
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