Service Obligation
/ˈsɜːrvɪs ˌɑbləˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal duty to perform services as stipulated by a contract or law.
The employee has a service obligation to complete all assigned duties during the contract period.
- (n.) An obligation imposed on a party to provide ongoing services under regulatory, fiduciary, or contractual frameworks.
Utility companies have a service obligation to supply electricity to all customers in their area.
Forms
- service obligation
- service obligations
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Commentary
Service obligations often require precise definition in contracts to avoid ambiguity about scope and duration of services.
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