constructive knowledge
- The assumption that a person should have been aware of a particular fact or circumstance due to their responsible behavior or level of attention
- Despite not being informed directly, the property owner was charged with constructive knowledge of the neglect situation, as ordinary diligence would have uncovered the issues.
- The insurance company claimed that the policyholder had constructive knowledge of the term's changes, arguing that a cautious individual should have read the updated policy thoroughly.
- Due to the highly visible parking restrictions in the area, the court ruled that the driver had constructive knowledge of the no-parking rule, even if they had not seen the signs directly.
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