alleryStart learning →At common law a liquidated damages clause fails when its purpose is to do what?
AEnsure more certainty
BFix compensation early
CSave on legal costs
DPunish the party in breach
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Punish the party in breach
A clause aimed at punishment rather than compensation is a penalty and goes unenforced.
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