safe harbor

• Disposición o norma jurídica que protege a una organización de responsabilidad o sanciones bajo ciertas condiciones, utilizada a menudo en contextos financieros, fiscales o marítimos.

A legal provision or regulation that protects an entity from liability or penalties under certain conditions, often used in financial, tax, or maritime contexts.

1. Legal protectionC1formal

   A provision in a law or regulation that protects a party from liability under certain conditions.

   puerto seguro

   • The company claimed safe harbor under the new data protection regulations.
   • The safe harbor rule protects internet platforms from being sued for user content.
   • They relied on the safe harbor clause to avoid penalties.

2. Place of safetyB2formal

   A place or situation offering security, refuge, or protection from danger or trouble.

   puerto seguro

   • The port served as a safe harbor during the storm.
   • For refugees, the camp was a safe harbor from the conflict.
   • Her home became a safe harbor for friends in need.