Enimmäisvastuu
Enimmäisvastuu, often translated as "maximum liability" or "limitation of liability," is a legal concept that sets a cap on the amount of compensation a party can be held responsible for in a contract or in tort law. This concept is crucial in various legal and commercial contexts, particularly in agreements where one party undertakes a service or provides goods. The purpose of enimmäisvastuu clauses is to allocate risk and provide certainty for both parties by defining the extent of potential financial exposure.
In contractual agreements, enimmäisvastuu is typically stipulated in clauses that explicitly state the maximum amount a
In tort law, while not always explicitly capped by contract, the principle of proportionality and the concept