Triviality
/trɪˈvɪə.lɪ.ti/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality or state of being insignificant or minor in legal context, often resulting in dismissal of claims or issues deemed immaterial.
The court dismissed the case on grounds of triviality, as the alleged harm was too minor to warrant legal action.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, claims or defenses labeled as triviality often fail to meet thresholds of materiality or significance necessary for adjudication.
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