Simple definition
An event that may end or alter an existing right or obligation after it has begun.
Performance
What Does Condition Subsequent Mean?
An event that may end or alter an existing right or obligation after it has begun.
Example in a contract
A contract may use “condition subsequent” when describing an event that may end or alter an existing right or obligation after it has begun.
What condition subsequent means in a contract
This concept appears in clauses defining what each party must do, when performance is due, and what happens if performance is delayed or prevented.
Why it may matter
It can affect delivery expectations, standards of effort, excuses for delay, and remedies for non-performance. Review the exact language rather than relying on the label alone.
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FAQ
Questions about condition subsequent.
What does condition subsequent mean in plain English?+
An event that may end or alter an existing right or obligation after it has begun.
Where might condition subsequent appear in a contract?+
This concept appears in clauses defining what each party must do, when performance is due, and what happens if performance is delayed or prevented.
Is this definition legal advice?+
No. ClauseInsight provides concise informational explanations. The legal effect of a term depends on the complete document, facts, and applicable law.