exemption clauses Flashcards
what are the exceptions to the rule that a term is incorporated into a contract by signature?
fraud or misrepresentation
true or false? an exemption clause that is brought to the attention of a hotel guest after he has checked in at a hotel reception is incorporated into the agreement between the guest ad the hotel is by reasonable notice
false 0 the contract will be concluded when the guest checks into the hotel. a notice later - is too late to be incorporated.
what is the contra proferentem rule?
provides that when the meaning of a term is ambiguous - it is interpretated in the way that is least favourable to the person relying on it.
in the B2B context - to what extent can a person use an exemption clause to exclude his liability for negligence other than for death and PI
negligence - to the point that it is reasonable.
true or false - an unfair term isn’t binding on a consumer.
true.