Fault Allocation
/ˈfɔːlt ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process in law or contract where parties determine responsibility for mistakes or breaches causing harm or loss.
The contract clearly specified the fault allocation between the supplier and the distributor in case of product failure.
Forms
- fault allocation
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Commentary
Often appears in contracts and tort contexts; precise language in fault allocation clauses can limit disputes over responsibility.
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