unconscionable bargain

An unconscionable bargain is a contract that is so one-sided or unfair that it shocks the conscience, often because one party has significantly more power or knowledge than the other. This typically occurs when one party takes advantage of the other's vulnerability, lack of understanding, or desperation. Courts may refuse to enforce such agreements to prevent unfair outcomes and protect weaker parties from exploitation. Essentially, it’s a deal that is so unfair it’s considered morally or ethically unacceptable to enforce.