valid cause

[ˈvælɪd kɔːz]
noun phrasepl: valid causes
causa válida
1. A legally or morally justifiable reason for an action, decision, or belief; a legitimate ground or foundation
The employee was dismissed for valid cause after repeated violations of company policy.
O funcionário foi demitido por causa válida após violações repetidas da política da empresa.
2. In legal contexts, sufficient justification that meets the requirements of law or contract
The court determined there was valid cause for the contract termination.
O tribunal determinou que havia causa válida para o término do contrato.
3. A reasonable and defensible basis for taking action or forming an opinion
She had valid cause to be concerned about the safety procedures.
Ela tinha causa válida para estar preocupada com os procedimentos de segurança.
In Brazilian labor law, 'justa causa' (just cause) is a critical term in employment disputes and worker protections. The phrase 'valid cause' is commonly used in legal documents, employment contracts, and court proceedings throughout both Brazil and the United States. Understanding valid cause is essential in contract law and employment relationships in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
just causelegitimate reasonlegal justificationvalid groundsreasonable basis
Antonyms / Antônimos
invalid causeunjustified reasonbaseless claimwithout causearbitrary decision

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
causa válida
Standard usage in legal and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
causa válida
Common in legal proceedings and workplace disputes
São Paulo
causa válida
Frequent in business and contract law discussions
Portugal
causa válida
Similar usage but sometimes 'justa causa' is preferred in employment law

Related Words

justificationgroundslegitimatetermination for causelegal groundsreasonable doubt

Related Idioms & Phrases

for cause
just cause
cause and effect
with good cause
without just cause
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