reasonable deferment
[ˈriːzənəbəl dɪˈfɜːrmənt]
noun phrasepl: reasonable deferments
adiamento razoável
1. A postponement or delay that is fair, justified, and within acceptable limits; the act of delaying something for a legitimate reason that does not cause undue hardship
The court granted a reasonable deferment of the trial due to the defendant's illness.
O tribunal concedeu um adiamento razoável do julgamento devido à doença do réu.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, a justified postponement that respects the interests of all parties involved
A reasonable deferment of the loan payment was approved for six months.
Um adiamento razoável do pagamento do empréstimo foi aprovado por seis meses.
3. A delay that is proportionate to the circumstances and does not constitute an unreasonable burden
The employee requested a reasonable deferment of her performance review.
A funcionária solicitou um adiamento razoável de sua avaliação de desempenho.
This term is commonly used in both American and Brazilian legal systems, particularly in court proceedings, employment matters, and financial agreements. In Brazil, it reflects the principle of 'proporcionalidade' (proportionality) in administrative law. The concept is important for protecting the rights of both parties while allowing for practical accommodations.
Related Idioms & Phrases
grant a reasonable deferment
request a reasonable deferment
within reasonable limits
justify a deferment
defer for a reasonable period
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