joint and several liability
Definition
Together and in separation liability. In joint and several agreements, the liability for default is enforceable against all of the signatories as a group (not necessarily on a proportional or pro-rata basis), or against any one of them as an individual at the choice of the enforcing party. See also jointly and severally.
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