Nonperformance


Definition of "Nonperformance"

Jill DeLeon
Jill DeLeon Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Failure or refusal to perform a specified action. The failure to fulfill contractually agreed upon terms or actions. Nonperformance creates a liability which can enable a judicial damage action.

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