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Current developments and earlier guidance on German and European construction law. Browse individual articles by subject or search for a practical issue.
When a defect threatens use or causes further damage, the project team must decide quickly who should inspect and repair it. The June dossier sets out a practical sequence for preserving evidence and selecting the appropriate remedy.
Read articleAcceptance is a legal project milestone, not merely the day keys are handed over. The March dossier explains how to prepare the inspection, record reservations and avoid confusing technical completion with contractual acceptance.
Read articleA defect is assessed against the performance the contractor owed. A visible problem is a starting point for investigation, not a complete answer on liability.
Read articleA defect remedy must be matched to the contractor’s promised work and the technical cause of the problem.
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