independent covenant

independent covenant
A covenant which relates to only a part of the consideration upon both sides of a contract or deed, is of such nature that a breach may be compensated in damages, and for the breach of which an action may be maintained without an averment by the plaintiff of performance or an offer to perform on his part. 20 Am J2d Cov § 8; 55 Am J1st V & P § 102. See independent promises.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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