Arkansas § 4-2-720 - Effect of “cancellation” or “rescission” on claims for antecedent breach.

Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 4-2-720 — Effect of “cancellation” or “rescission” on claims for antecedent breach., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4-2-720. Effect of “cancellation” or “rescission” on claims for antecedent breach.

Unless the contrary intention clearly appears, expressions of “cancellation” or “rescission” of the contract or the like shall not be construed as a renunciation or discharge of any claim in damages for an antecedent breach.

Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 4-2-720 cover?

Section 4-2-720 ("Effect of “cancellation” or “rescission” on claims for antecedent breach.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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