Legal Question in Business Law in Texas
definition of terms
What is the legal difference and significance between the term ''Including'' and ''Shall include'' when used in the language of the law?
Thanks,
Bob
Asked on 5/20/05, 8:31 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles White
Charles G. White
Re: definition of terms
It is my opinion that virtually all lawyers will be reluctant to reply to your question without seeing the sentence about which you are inquiring. Some will say that the question is tantamount to "What is the law governing contracts?" -- To which most would ask "Can you be more specific?"
Answered on 5/20/05, 8:44 am
Peter Bradie
Bradie, Bradie & Bradie
Re: definition of terms
The kicker actually is the "shall" which, in legal-speak, means "must". As to the rest, it all depends upon the context within which it's used. The law usually relies on the plain meaning of words.
Answered on 5/20/05, 9:04 am
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