Contract Glossary
Equitable Relief
Definition
A court-ordered remedy that isn't about money — it's about making someone do something (or stop doing something). Common forms include injunctions, specific performance orders, and rescission of a contract.
In Practice
You'd seek equitable relief when money alone can't fix the problem. If a former employee is violating their non-compete and stealing your clients right now, you don't want to wait for damages — you want a court order telling them to stop. Courts grant equitable relief when monetary damages would be inadequate.
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Frequently asked questions about equitable relief
Damages are money. Equitable relief is everything else — court orders to stop certain behavior, force someone to fulfill a contract, or cancel an agreement entirely. Courts typically only grant equitable relief when money wouldn't adequately solve the problem.
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