Contract of Adhesion
/ˈkɒn.trækt əv ædˈhɪʒ.ən/
Definitions
- (n.) A standard-form contract drafted by one party, typically with stronger bargaining power, presented on a take-it-or-leave-it basis to the weaker party, who has little or no opportunity to negotiate terms.
The insurance company presented a contract of adhesion, leaving the consumer little room to alter unfavorable clauses.
Forms
- contract of adhesion
- contracts of adhesion
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Commentary
When drafting or interpreting a contract of adhesion, courts often examine the fairness of terms and whether the weaker party had a meaningful choice; beware of potentially unconscionable provisions.
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