Capping
/ˈkæpɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A contractual or statutory limit placed on the amount of damages or liability one party may incur.
The insurer imposed a capping amount to limit its maximum payout under the policy.
- (n.) An arrangement that limits or restricts fees, costs, or prices within legal or regulatory frameworks.
The law introduced capping on attorney fees in contingency cases to prevent excessive charges.
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Commentary
Used chiefly in contexts involving limits on monetary exposure or fees; drafting clarity requires specifying the nature and scope of any cap.
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