A contingent liability is a potential liability from an uncertain future event that may or may not occur. Learn how to record, disclose, and analyze contingent liabilities in accounting, investing, and financial modeling. Learn about the definition, impact, and examples of contingent liabilities on financial statements. Understand their importance for businesses, lenders, and users. Guide to Contingent Liabilities and their meaning. We explain it with example, differences with provisions, disclosure & types. Contingent liabilities are potential liabilities that may arise from uncertain future events. Learn how to recognize, measure, and report them in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.