passing obligation
[ˈpæsɪŋ ɒˈblɪɡeɪʃən]
nounpl: passing obligations
obrigação transitória
1. A legal or moral duty that is temporary in nature and will cease to exist after a specific event or period of time
The passing obligation to pay rent ends when the lease expires.
A obrigação transitória de pagar aluguel termina quando o contrato de aluguel vence.
2. In law, a duty that does not create a permanent legal relationship and is fulfilled upon completion of a specific act or occurrence
The seller's passing obligation to deliver the goods is satisfied once the shipment arrives.
A obrigação transitória do vendedor de entregar a mercadoria é satisfeita assim que o envio chega.
This term is primarily used in legal and contractual contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. In Brazil, it appears frequently in civil law documents and real estate transactions. In the USA, it's common in property law and commercial contracts. The concept reflects the importance of distinguishing between temporary and permanent duties in legal relationships.
Related Idioms & Phrases
fulfill a passing obligation
discharge a passing obligation
passing obligation expires
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