accumulation of contractual penalties

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The accumulation of contractual penalties refers to the application or assertion of multiple contractual penalty clauses (liquidated damages) simultaneously or sequentially for multiple breaches or obligations under a contract. The total amount may be limited by contract terms or applicable law. The concept clarifies whether and how several breaches may lead to a single or a combined penalty.

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