Injunctive relief是什麼意思

Injunctive relief is a legal remedy that a court may order to prevent an individual or a party from engaging in a particular action or to compel them to perform a specific act. It is a type of equitable relief that is typically used in civil lawsuits to preserve the status quo or to prevent future harm.

There are two main types of injunctions: preliminary injunctions and permanent injunctions.

1. Preliminary injunctions are temporary orders issued before a trial to prevent imminent harm or to preserve the status quo until the court can hear the case. They are often granted on a temporary basis and may be made permanent after a full hearing on the merits of the case.

2. Permanent injunctions are issued after a trial and are meant to provide a lasting resolution to the dispute. They may require the defendant to stop engaging in a particular activity or to take certain actions to rectify the harm caused by their actions.

Injunctive relief is commonly used in cases involving trademark infringement, patent infringement, and cases where one party is threatening or engaging in conduct that could cause irreparable harm to the other party. It is also used in cases where a party is violating a contract or a legal obligation, and the other party needs the court's help to enforce their rights.