Principle

CONTRACT LAW — Damages — Remoteness of Damage in Breach of Contract

Area of law
CONTRACT LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Only damages naturally flowing from breach are recoverable. Contemplation of parties at contract time determines recoverable loss. The principle applies to contract damages. The rule excludes speculative, sentimental, or remote losses. Express contract terms may provide for otherwise unrecoverable damages. The claimant cannot recover for…

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