Quick Summary
An injunction is a court order compelling a party to either perform a specific act (mandatory) or refrain from performing a specific act (prohibitory). It is an equitable remedy in civil cases.
An injunction is a court order compelling a party to either perform a specific act (mandatory) or refrain from performing a specific act (prohibitory). It is an equitable remedy in civil cases.
Key Characteristics
- Court order restraining or compelling action
- Can be temporary (interim) or permanent
- Granted when monetary damages are inadequate
Legal Framework
Three types: temporary, perpetual, and mandatory
Key Points
- Court order restraining or compelling action
- Can be temporary (interim) or permanent
- Granted when monetary damages are inadequate
- Violations can lead to contempt of court
- Commonly used in property and contract disputes
- Three types: temporary, perpetual, and mandatory