Legal Definitions - redhibitory defect

A redhibitory defect is a fault or imperfection in something that is sold. This means that if a buyer finds a redhibitory defect in the item they purchased, they can return it and demand their money back.

For example, if someone buys a car and later discovers that the engine has a serious problem that was not disclosed at the time of purchase, they may be able to return the car and get their money back due to the redhibitory defect.

Another example could be if someone buys a piece of furniture and later discovers that it is infested with termites, they may be able to return the furniture and get their money back due to the redhibitory defect.

These examples illustrate how a redhibitory defect can protect buyers from purchasing items that are not as described or are not in proper working condition.