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Understanding Contingent Liabilities: Definition, Examples, and Their Role in Finance
What Makes a Liability “Contingent”? In the world of accounting, not every financial obligation is straightforward. Some obligations only materialize if a particular event takes place in the future. These are called contingent liabilities. Unlike fixed debts such as loans or rent, contingent liabilities hinge on uncertain circumstances, like whether a lawsuit is lost or…