Legal Exception
/ˈliːɡəl ɪkˈsɛpʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A specific provision in law or a contract that exempts a party from liability or obligation under certain conditions.
The contract included a legal exception for damages caused by natural disasters.
- (n.) A recognized circumstance or defense that permits deviation from a general legal rule or duty.
The defendant relied on a legal exception to avoid liability for the breach.
Forms
- legal exception
- legal exceptions
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Commentary
Legal exceptions often require precise drafting to clearly define scope and applicability, ensuring parties understand when standard rules do not apply.
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