Third-Party Practice
/ˈθɜrd ˌpɑrti ˈpræk.tɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) Conduct or activity engaged in by a non-party to a legal action that impacts the rights or interests of a party to that action.
The third-party practice raised concerns about interference in the contractual relationship between the original parties.
- (n.) Procedures or practices involving third parties during litigation, such as third-party subpoenas or interventions.
The attorney employed third-party practice to compel testimony from the non-litigant witness.
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- third-party practices
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Commentary
The term covers both substantive conduct affecting parties and procedural devices involving non-parties; clarity in context is essential to distinguish these aspects.
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