Unconscionability

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Definition: Unconscionability


Unconscionability


What is the dictionary definition of Unconscionability?

Dictionary Definition


A principle that one party to a contract might be entitled to a remedy if the other party has behaved in an unconscionable manner.


Full Definition of Unconscionability


A seller’s taking advantage of a buyer due to their unequal bargaining positions, perhaps because of the buyer’s recent trauma, physical infirmity, ignorance, inability to read or inability to understand the language. The unfairness must be so severe that it is shocking to the average person. It usually includes the absence of any meaningful choice on the part of the buyer and contract terms so one-sided that they unreasonably favour the seller. A contract will be terminated if the buyer can prove unconscionability.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Unconscionability are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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