Principle

CONTRACT LAW — Damages — Breach of Contract — Measure of Damages Is Loss Flowing Naturally from Breach

Area of law
CONTRACT LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Damages for breach of contract compensate loss naturally flowing from the breach. The loss must be a direct consequence of the breach. The principle applies to contract law. The rule follows Hadley v. Baxendale's first limb. The claimant need not prove special circumstances for natural,…

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