HELL-OR-HIGH-WATER RULE

hell-or-high-water rule. 1. The principle that a personal-property lessee must pay the full rent due, regardless of any claim against the lessor, unless the lessee proves unequal bargaining power or unconscionability. [Cases: Bailment 20. C.J.S. Bailments §§ 76–78.] 2. Insurance. The principle that an insured’s automobile-liability policy will cover the insured while using a vehicle […]