Simple definition
A legal or contractual response available when an obligation is breached.
Remedies
What Does Remedy Mean?
A legal or contractual response available when an obligation is breached.
Example in a contract
Termination is not the exclusive remedy.
What remedy means in a contract
This concept appears where a contract describes what a party may do after breach or threatened harm.
Why it may matter
Available remedies can affect leverage, timing, and whether a party seeks money, performance, or an order stopping conduct. Review the exact language rather than relying on the label alone.
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FAQ
Questions about remedy.
What does remedy mean in plain English?+
A legal or contractual response available when an obligation is breached.
Where might remedy appear in a contract?+
This concept appears where a contract describes what a party may do after breach or threatened harm.
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.