Casualty

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-000886",
  "term": "Casualty",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "An unforeseen and unfortunate event resulting in loss, damage, or injury to persons or property. In legal contexts, particularly insurance and contract law, it denotes a sudden, accidental occurrence such as a fire, flood, or collision, as opposed to a gradual process like wear and tear. The specific definition and covered events are detailed in the language of an insurance policy or contract.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/casualty/"
}