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Shares, shareholders & voting · Specialist

Oppression remedy

Also called: unfair-prejudice remedy

ELI5

A legal remedy for unfairly prejudicial or oppressive conduct toward shareholders in some jurisdictions.

Used in conversation

“The draft mentions oppression remedy, but the scope and jurisdiction are still unclear.”

Pitch context

You will see “Oppression remedy” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches shares, shareholders & voting.

Why it matters: In shares, shareholders & voting, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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