Switching
/ˈswɪtʃɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of changing from one legal position, status, or service provider to another, often seen in contract law or regulatory compliance contexts.
The switching of insurance providers must comply with all regulatory notification requirements.
- (v.) The act of changing or transferring from one contract, party, or legal status to another.
The client is switching their representation to a different law firm.
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- switch
- switches
- switched
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'switching' commonly refers to changing parties, contracts, or legal statuses and may trigger specific procedural requirements or consequences.
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