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Contracts

Limitation of Liability

By Tim Nichols

In plain English

A provision restricting specified financial exposure or categories of damages under a contract. It may establish a monetary cap, exclude certain losses, and create exceptions. It does not automatically eliminate liability; wording, interaction with indemnities, statutory rules, and enforceability limits must be considered.

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