What is a temporary injunction?

A temporary injunction is a court order that prohibits a person or entity from engaging in a particular action or behavior for a certain period of time. It is typically issued at the beginning of a legal proceeding as a temporary measure until a final resolution is reached.

Temporary injunctions may be granted in a wide range of legal cases, including employment disputes, intellectual property disputes, contract disputes, and family law matters like domestic violence.

To obtain a temporary injunction, the party seeking it must demonstrate that irreparable harm will occur if the injunction is not granted, that they are likely to succeed in the underlying legal claim, and that the balance of hardships favors granting the injunction.

Temporary injunctions are typically subject to strict limitations and requirements, and violations of the injunction can result in serious legal consequences, including monetary damages and even criminal charges.