Estoppel and waiver are common arguments used to rebut the enforcement of time bar and notice provisions in construction contracts. However, these arguments have often seen limited success. Nevertheless, estoppel was...more
In a recent decision, the Court of Appeal has awarded substantial damages to the innocent party after a force majeure event, in circumstances where the party seeking to rely on the force majeure event to excuse liability...more
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