Urgent application
Application proceedings brought on shortened time periods because immediate court relief is said to be necessary.
Definition
Urgency must usually be explained with specific facts, not just inconvenience. The founding papers should address what happened, why ordinary time periods are not enough, what harm is likely, what order is requested, and whether the applicant acted promptly.
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Application proceedings brought on shortened time periods because immediate court relief is said to be necessary.
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Application proceedings brought on shortened time periods because immediate court relief is said to be necessary.
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