consentimiento escrito previo
Definition
This Spanish legal phrase translates to 'prior written consent,' meaning one party must get formal written permission from another party before taking a specific action. It is a common clause in contracts that prevents either side from making important decisions unilaterally without the other party's documented approval.
Example
If your lease says you need prior written consent to sublease your office space, you must get your landlord's written approval before you hand the keys to another business, even temporarily.
Watch Out
Verbal permission or a text message often does not satisfy a prior written consent requirement, so always get a signed document or email confirmation before moving forward.
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