Happenstance
/ˈhæpənˌstæns/
Definitions
- (n.) An event or circumstance that occurs by chance, often relevant in legal contexts involving inadvertent or unforeseen occurrences.
The court considered the happenstance of the document being misplaced during the trial.
Forms
- happenstance
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'happenstance' typically denotes unforeseen events or circumstances that may affect liability or contractual obligations, often overlapping with concepts like 'accident' or 'fortuity.'
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