wrongful effect
[ˈrɔŋfəl ɪˈfɛkt]
nounpl: wrongful effects
efeito ilícito
1. A consequence or result that is unlawful, unjust, or produced by illegal means; an outcome that violates legal rights or moral standards
The wrongful effect of the contract was that innocent parties suffered financial losses due to fraudulent misrepresentation.
O efeito ilícito do contrato foi que partes inocentes sofreram perdas financeiras devido à má representação fraudulenta.
2. In law, an unintended or prohibited consequence arising from an illegal action or negligent conduct
The court determined that the wrongful effect of the defective product caused irreparable harm to consumers.
O tribunal determinou que o efeito ilícito do produto defeituoso causou dano irreparável aos consumidores.
This is primarily a legal and formal term used in judicial proceedings and contract law. In Brazil, it appears frequently in civil law contexts when discussing damages, torts, and violations of contractual obligations. The term carries significant weight in litigation and is essential in discussions of liability and compensation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
wrongful effect doctrine
doctrine of wrongful effect
suffer the wrongful effects of
mitigate wrongful effects
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