Natural Cause
/ˈnætʃrəl kɔːz/
Definitions
- (n.) An event or condition resulting from natural processes, such as illness or old age, causing death or damage without external human intervention.
The coroner ruled the death was due to natural causes, not foul play.
- (n.) In insurance and liability law, a cause of loss stemming from natural phenomena, excluding accidental or intentional human acts.
The claim was denied because the damage was attributed to natural causes like a hurricane, covered under the policy.
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- natural cause
- natural causes
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Commentary
Typically distinguished from unnatural or human-caused events; clarity in legal drafting is needed to avoid confusion with 'act of God' which may have differing legal implications.
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