Tennessee § 47-2-720 - Effect of “cancellation” or “rescission” on claims for antecedent breach.
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§ 47-2-720. 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. Acts 1963, ch. 81, § 1 (2-720). Law Reviews. Restitution on Default and Article Two of the Uniform Commercial Code (Robert J. Nordstrom), 19 Vand. L. Rev. 1143.
Source: official Tennessee text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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