Utmost Care
/ˈʌtmoʊst keər/
Definitions
- (n.) The highest degree of caution and diligence legally required or expected in performing a duty or obligation.
The trustee must exercise utmost care when managing the beneficiary's assets.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'utmost care' often implies a higher standard than ordinary care, especially in fiduciary relationships or in contexts demanding exceptional diligence.
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