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NeCede's

Maxim 10.2.24

Where words are not conjoined, it suffices if either be complied with.

Ubi verba conjuncta non sunt, sufficit alterutrum esse factum.

Source: D. 50, 17, 110; Jackson Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

Disjunctive terms require compliance with only one of the alternatives, not both; the conjunction "or" demands satisfaction of either, not each.

Where this applies

  • The contract says I can do A or B — I only need to do one of them, not both.
  • Terms separated by 'or' mean either one satisfies the requirement.
  • Disjunctive language requires compliance with only one alternative, not all.

Legal domains

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See also

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NeCede Max. 10.2.24 — Where words are not conjoined, it suffices if either be complied with. — D. 50, 17, 110; Jackson (Ubi verba conjuncta non sunt, sufficit alterutrum esse factum.)

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