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EQUITABLE Definition & Legal Meaning

Definition & Citations:

Just; conformable to the principles of natural justice and right.Just, fair, and right, in consideration of the facts and circumstances of the individualcase.Existing in equity; available or sustainable only in equity, or only upon the rules audprinciples of equity.

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