Third-Parties
/ˈθɜrd ˈpɑrtiˌiz/
Definitions
- (n.) Persons or entities who are not directly involved in a legal contract or proceeding but may be affected by or have an interest in its outcome.
The court examined the rights of third-parties impacted by the contract breach.
Forms
- third-party
Related terms
Commentary
The term usually appears in plural form; singular form is 'third-party.' It is important to distinguish third-parties from parties to a contract or litigation for clarity in legal documents.
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