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Typically, this clause ensures that if a party to the contract passes away, their legal heirs or representatives are bound by or benefit from the terms of the agreement. For example, if an individual who is a party to a lease or a trust dies, their heirs may inherit the rights to the property or the obligations to fulfill the contract. The core function of this clause is to provide continuity and legal certainty, ensuring that the contract remains enforceable and its terms are respected even after the original party's death."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}