Call
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-000829
To formally summon or demand the presence or action of someone or something in a legal context. This can refer to a judge calling a case, a witness being called to testify, or a demand for payment on a financial instrument. In corporate law, it can also refer to a demand for payment on shares that are not fully paid up.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-000829 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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