temporary restraining order

An emergency remedy of brief duration issued by a court only when immediate or irreparable damages or loss might result before the opposition could take action, and where the moving party can establish irreparable harm if not for the remedy and a likelihood of success on the merits of his/her underlying claim.

Prohibits a person from an action that is likely to cause irreparable harm. This differs from an injunction in that it may be granted immediately, without notice to the opposing party, and without a hearing. It is intended to last only until a hearing can be held.

Prohibits a person from taking an action that is likely to cause irreparable harm. This differs from an injunction in that it may be granted immediately, without notice to the opposing party, and without a hearing. It is intended to last only until a hearing can be held. Sometimes referred to as a "T.R.O."