Efficient breach - sustany/dvg GitHub Wiki

An efficient breach is a�breach�of contract�in which the breaching party finds it cheaper to pay�damages�than to perform under the�contract. Unlike accidental breaches of contract, efficient breaches are intentional decisions not to uphold one party�s end of an agreement.�

The widespread adoption of efficient breach theory means that damages in breach of contract cases is typically restricted to actual damages rather than punitive damages.�