Ablehnungsvermutung
/ˈaːblɛːnʊŋsˌfɛɐ̯muːtʊŋ/“Die Ablehnungsvermutung gilt, bis das Gegenteil bewiesen ist.”
The presumption of refusal applies until proven otherwise.
A legal presumption that a party's refusal or denial is valid unless evidence suggests otherwise.
Gemäß § 111 BGB greift die Ablehnungsvermutung bei nichtigen Verträgen.
According to § 111 of the German Civil Code, the presumption of refusal applies to void contracts.
Commonly used in German contract law to shift the burden of proof in disputes over contract validity.
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💡Pro Tip
Contextual Translation
In English legal documents, consider using 'presumption against validity' or 'presumption of invalidity' depending on the specific legal context, as 'Ablehnungsvermutung' implies a negative presumption about a party's position.
⚡Gold Rule
Burden of Proof
The 'Ablehnungsvermutung' shifts the burden of proof to the party challenging the refusal, requiring them to provide evidence against the presumed validity of the refusal.
📖Word Origin
Compound of 'Ablehnung' (refusal/denial) + 'Vermutung' (presumption), first attested in legal contexts in the late 20th century.
📝Usage Notes
This term is specific to German legal terminology and has no direct equivalent in English common law. It is often translated as 'presumption of refusal' but may require contextual adaptation in English legal texts.