substantiated delay
[/ˌsʌbstænʃieɪtɪd dɪˈleɪ/]
noun phrasepl: substantiated delays
atraso comprovado
1. A postponement or deferment of an action, event, or decision that is supported by valid evidence, documentation, or justifiable reasons
The construction project faced a substantiated delay due to unforeseen weather conditions and supply chain disruptions.
O projeto de construção enfrentou um atraso comprovado devido a condições climáticas inesperadas e interrupções na cadeia de suprimentos.
2. In legal or contractual contexts, a delay that is justified and supported by documented evidence, often excusing a party from liability
The contractor claimed a substantiated delay in completing the work because of labor shortages.
O empreiteiro alegou um atraso comprovado na conclusão do trabalho por causa da escassez de mão de obra.
3. A demonstrated or proven postponement backed by facts, reports, or official documentation
The airline offered compensation for the substantiated delay caused by mechanical issues.
A companhia aérea ofereceu indenização pelo atraso comprovado causado por problemas mecânicos.
This term is particularly important in Brazilian business and legal contexts, where contracts often include force majeure clauses and delay penalties. In Brazil, substantiated delays are critical in construction, shipping, and service industries, where documentation and proof are required to avoid financial penalties. In the United States, this concept is essential in commercial law and project management, where burden of proof lies with the party claiming the delay.
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