legal notice

Formal public announcement

Legal notice is a formal written communication required or authorized by law, typically informing someone of their rights, obligations, or pending legal action.

It may appear in newspapers for public announcements like foreclosures or name changes, or be delivered directly to parties in lawsuits.

The bank published a legal notice of the property auction.

Websites use the term for disclaimers and terms of use.

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