Legal Definitions - unconscionable bargain

An unconscionable bargain is an agreement or contract that is so unfair or one-sided that it shocks the conscience. It is a contract that is so oppressive or unfair that no reasonable person would agree to it.

For example, if a person is in desperate need of money and a lender offers them a loan with an interest rate of 100%, that would be considered an unconscionable bargain. Another example would be if a landlord includes a clause in a lease agreement that allows them to enter the tenant's apartment at any time without notice.

These examples illustrate how an unconscionable bargain takes advantage of a person's vulnerability or lack of bargaining power. It is important to note that unconscionable bargains are not legally enforceable and can be challenged in court.