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liability

[lahy-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌlaɪ əˈbɪl ɪ ti /




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The home still remains exposed to risks such as fire, storms, water damage, theft and liability claims, the law firm says.

From MarketWatch Aug. 13, 2026

“Efforts to identify the responsible party were hindered by ownership transitions and liability disputes, which delayed DTSC’s enforcement activities,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

Auto insurers didn’t pay out on 45% of auto liability and medical claims they resolved last year, according to a Wall Street Journal analysis.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 11, 2026

Taking too much in a single year could push you into a higher tax bracket, so spreading withdrawals out may help you manage your tax liability.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

“You’re so much more of an asset than a liability, Michelle, you have to know that,” he said, looking stricken.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

It suggested ways to reduce the cost of wildfire liabilities, including by capping fees of attorneys representing victims and reducing payments to survivors for non-economic damages like pain and suffering.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

While retirement planning often focuses on accumulating assets, the researchers argue that advisers and retirees should also pay close attention to future liabilities, particularly the essential expenses that are almost certain to occur.

From MarketWatch Jul. 24, 2026

To estimate each candidate’s net worth, the Tribune took the midpoint of their lowest and highest possible worths, based on the assets and liabilities they listed on their disclosure forms.

From Salon Jul. 24, 2026

Pension funds and insurers that need to match the durations of their liabilities with similar assets snap up the longest-dated bonds even when yields are absurdly low.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

The durability of the empire is compelling evidence that the assets outweighed the liabilities.

From "Circumference" by Nicholas Nicastro




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