Unless the contrary intention clearly appears, expressions of “cancellation” or “rescission” of the contract or the like shall not be construed as a renunciation or discharge of any claim in damages for an antecedent breach.
D.C. Code § 28:2-720
Effect of “cancellation” or “rescission” on claims for antecedent breach
Known as the Uniform Commercial Code
The act spans §§ 28–28 (639 sections).
Dec. 30, 1963, 77 Stat. 669, Pub
Official source: D.C. Law Library (Council of the District of Columbia). Reproduced from public-domain District of Columbia statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.