Simple definition
Secondary expenses or losses arising from a breach or harmful event.
Damages
What Does Incidental Damages Mean?
Secondary expenses or losses arising from a breach or harmful event.
Example in a contract
The disclaimer excludes incidental damages.
What incidental damages means in a contract
This term commonly appears in remedies or limitation-of-liability sections describing the types or amounts of loss that may be claimed.
Why it may matter
The wording can affect the financial consequences of breach and may interact with exclusions, caps, or pre-agreed remedies. Review the exact language rather than relying on the label alone.
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Questions about incidental damages.
What does incidental damages mean in plain English?+
Secondary expenses or losses arising from a breach or harmful event.
Where might incidental damages appear in a contract?+
This term commonly appears in remedies or limitation-of-liability sections describing the types or amounts of loss that may be claimed.
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.