Mitigation of Damages

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Mitigation of Damages?

One who is injured by a breach of contract must take reasonable steps to reduce damages suffered. For example, a landlord must re-rent an apartment abandoned by the tenant as soon as possible.

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