Define: Triggering Event

Triggering Event means any involuntary or voluntary occurrence of a specified event, as agreed upon in writing by the Executive.

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Triggering Event means any involuntary or voluntary occurrence of a specified event, as agreed upon in writing by the Executive.

Relevant Circumstances

  • When a specific event activates rights, obligations or payment under a contract
  • If parties need certainty over what does and does not amount to the trigger
  • Where the consequences of the event must be expressly mapped to remedies

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