How is Midnight defined in a legal contract?
- Midnight means work hours that start or after [number] but before [number]. Seen in 8 SEC filings.
- Midnight means in relation to a day, the last moment of that day. Seen in 6 SEC filings.
- Midnight means in reference to a day, the moment when that day ends. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
- Midnight means the last moment of a particular day. Seen in 4 SEC filings.
- Midnight means the last moment of a given day occurring before the start of the next day. Seen in 2 SEC filings.
Please note, location information, company-specific references, and specific numerical values have been removed for the sake of universal applicability.
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Genie Definition 1
- Midnight means the last moment of any given day.
Relevant Contract Types
Relevant Circumstances
- When a task or service needs to be completed by a specific day
- When establishing the end of a rental period
- Indicating the end of a working day in shift-based jobs
- Setting cut-off times for daily operations
Relevant Sectors
Genie Definition 2
- Midnight means work hours that begin after [time] and end before [time].
Relevant Contract Types
Relevant Circumstances
- Defining work shifts that occur during late night hours
- Specifying overtime hours that may incur additional compensation
- Determining working hours in a 24/7 operation environment
Relevant Sectors
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