Equity

Equitable Estoppel

/ EK-wih-tuh-bul eh-STOP-ul /

Definition

Preventing a party from contradicting a prior representation others relied upon.

Used in Context

“Equitable estoppel barred the insurer from denying coverage after years of acceptance.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: aequitas, fairness

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