lawful abandonment
[ˈlɔːfəl əˈbændənmənt]
nounpl: lawful abandonments
abandono legal
1. The intentional relinquishment of a right, property, or claim in accordance with law, where the abandoning party has the legal authority to do so
The lawful abandonment of the trademark was properly documented and filed with the intellectual property office.
O abandono legal da marca foi devidamente documentado e registrado no escritório de propriedade intelectual.
2. In maritime law, the voluntary surrender of a ship or cargo to underwriters, typically after loss or damage, as permitted by insurance law
The ship's captain declared lawful abandonment after the vessel sustained irreparable damage in the storm.
O capitão do navio declarou o abandono legal após a embarcação sofrer danos irreparáveis na tempestade.
3. In family law, the legal cessation of parental rights and responsibilities through proper judicial procedures
Lawful abandonment of parental rights requires court approval and must be in the best interest of the child.
O abandono legal dos direitos parentais requer aprovação do tribunal e deve estar no melhor interesse da criança.
The concept of lawful abandonment is significant in both American and Brazilian legal systems, particularly in maritime commerce and intellectual property law. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in family law disputes and property transfers. The term requires clear legal documentation and often judicial oversight to ensure legitimacy and protect the rights of all parties involved.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to effect a lawful abandonment
lawful abandonment of claim
lawful abandonment of property
lawful abandonment of rights
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