A breaking or infraction of a law, or of any obligation or tie; violation; non-fulfillment; as, a breach of contract; a breach of promise
{n} an opening, gap, difference, quarrel, violation, invasion, bruise, affliction by a loss
Where a party to a contract does not comply with a contract term Every breach gives rise to a claim for compensation in the civil courts (See 'civil court' )
A breaking of a promise or a failure to perform an obligation under an agreement
A violation of any legal obligation Not to be confused with Henry V -- "Once more unto the breach, dear friends!"
When an Act or Regulation is broken, this is regarded as a Breach Each breach is heard in court and is given a result
The breaking or violation of a law, right or duty, either by commission or omission (Page 235) TOP
Failure to perform a legal obligation as promised at the time the performance was due (Source: Written for AllRegs)
Specifically: A breaking or infraction of a law, or of any obligation or tie; violation; non-fulfillment; as, a breach of contract; a breach of promise
A failure to meet one's obligations, whether under a contract or otherwise A breach of contract allows the innocent party to enforce the contract, rescind the contract or sue for damages