Abandonment

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-000261",
  "term": "Abandonment",
  "field": "Law",
  "definitions": [
    "The voluntary relinquishment of a legal right, property, or interest with no intention of reclaiming it. In tort law, it can refer to a property owner's intentional surrender of possession and ownership. This act must be clear and unequivocal, demonstrating a complete disassociation from the item or right.",
    "(of residence) The voluntary departure from one's place of residence with no intention of returning, thereby relinquishing any legal rights associated with that residence. In immigration law, this can refer to an immigrant's abandonment of their lawful permanent resident status. Factors considered include the duration of absence and the intent to reside elsewhere permanently.",
    "(of trademark) The loss of trademark rights due to the owner's discontinuation of use of the mark with no intent to resume use. Non-use for three consecutive years creates a rebuttable presumption of abandonment under U.S. federal law. Once abandoned, the mark becomes available for others to adopt and use."
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/abandonment/"
}