Statutory Termination
/ˈstætʃuˌtɔri ˌtɜrmɪˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal ending of a contract or employment relationship as mandated by a statute.
The employer effected statutory termination after the employee reached the maximum age limit defined by law.
- (n.) The cessation of rights, interests, or obligations under a statute requiring termination irrespective of party consent.
Statutory termination of tenancy applies when the landlord complies with local housing laws.
Forms
- statutory termination
- statutory terminations
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Commentary
Statutory termination differs from consensual termination in that it is compelled by law rather than mutual agreement; when drafting, clearly specify the governing statute to avoid ambiguity.
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