Court Injunctions
Definition
A court injunction is an order issued by a court that forces an individual, company or government entity to do something or stop doing something.
Analogy
Think of a court injunction like a referee blowing the whistle during a soccer game. The play stops immediately, just as an action must stop when a court injunction is issued.
Related terms
Restraining Order: This is a specific type of injunction that requires someone to stop harassing or coming near another person.
Contempt of Court: This refers to behavior that disrespects or obstructs the authority and dignity of a court, such as ignoring an injunction.
Legal Remedies: These are ways in which courts enforce legal rights, including through issuing injunctions.
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