Statutory Duty
/ˈstætʃəˌtɔːri ˈdjuːti/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal obligation imposed by a statute that requires a person or entity to act or refrain from acting in a certain way.
The company breached a statutory duty by failing to comply with environmental regulations.
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- statutory duties
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Commentary
Statutory duties are distinct from common law duties as they derive explicitly from legislation and often specify precise standards or actions required by law.
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