Void Clause

/ˈvɔɪd klɔːz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A provision in a contract or legal document that renders the agreement null and unenforceable if certain conditions occur or are not met.
    The contract included a void clause stating it would be null if either party failed to obtain necessary permits.

Forms

  • void clauses

Commentary

Void clauses must be clearly drafted to specify conditions that trigger nullification, avoiding ambiguity that might lead to litigation.

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