Discharged mean terminated.
A contract can be discharged by -performance
-frustration
-Agreement between the parties and
-breach
If there is a breach of terms of the contract, a contract can be discharged.
breach is a form of discharge. Generally, a discharge is when a contract ends for any reason. A breach is when one of the parties does not perform under the contract. Breach could lead to discharge, rescission, or damages, or nothing.
By performing all obligations under the contract By operation of law By breach By aggreement
A breach of warranty occurs when a product does not meet the promises made about its quality or performance, while a breach of contract happens when one party fails to fulfill their obligations as outlined in a legally binding agreement.
The innocent party usually has the option to decide whether they would like to continue with the contract or discharge it and go for damages
A default refers to a failure to perform a contractual obligation on time, such as missing a deadline for payment. A breach of contract is a violation of any term or condition of the contract, such as failing to deliver goods as promised. In essence, a default is a type of breach, but not all breaches are defaults.
A contract between two or more parties might contain conditions. If a condition of a contract is broken, it is a breach of condition.
Generally, complete performance is required to discharge the contract. Anything less is called 'Partial' performance and amounts to a breach of contract.
Nilima Bhadbhade has written: 'Contract law in India' -- subject(s): Contracts, Discharge of contracts, Breach of contract
if all obligations under the contract are completed. If an operation of law causes it to end. If the parties mutually agree to end it. If there is a breach
Indemnity refers to the obligation to compensate for losses or damages, while breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations as outlined in a contract. In terms of legal liabilities, indemnity involves providing financial protection, while breach of contract can result in legal consequences such as being sued for damages.
A warranty is less important than a condition and does not impact on the main purpose of the contract. A breach of a warranty entitles the injured party to claim for damages ONLY. They may not repudiate the contract. A condition is a major term that goes to the root of the contract. Such term is essentials to the main purpose of the contract and therefore the injured party is entitled to repudiate the contract as well as make a claim for damages.
Trivial Breach - Unimportant altercations to a contract that don't affect the outcome or discharge one party from its prior obligations. ie) shipment arrived a day late