What is a Contingent Liability Account?

A contingent Liability can be defined as a liability that may occur depending on the outcome of some unfortunate future event. As per GAAP and IFRS regulations, it is compulsory to record a contingent liability. Lawsuits, pending product warranties, etc. are considered contingent liabilities.

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