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This episode of “iax World of Contracts” delves into the intricacies of managing hindrances in construction contracts governed by FIDIC. Through a detailed case study featuring Apex Construction and the City of Rivertown, listeners will gain insights into the various remedies available when unforeseen events disrupt contractual performance. Covering topics such as extensions of time,…
In this episode of “IAX World of Contracts,” we explore the famous case Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Co. (1893), which established the principle of unilateral contracts and clarified how public advertisements can create binding legal obligations if the terms are clear and specific. This episode delves into how businesses can manage risk when crafting…
This episode of “iax World of Contracts” delves into the intricacies of managing extensions of time in construction contracts. Through a detailed case study featuring Apex Construction and the City of Eldridge, listeners will gain insights into the practical steps required to request extensions when unforeseen delays disrupt contractual performance. Covering topics such as timely…
This episode of “iax World of Contracts” delves into the intricacies of managing performance guarantees in Energy-as-a-Service contracts. Through a detailed case study featuring BrightFuture Energy and Solar City, listeners will gain insights into the practical steps required to address underperformance when contractual obligations are not met. Covering topics such as timely notifications, supporting evidence,…
In this episode of The World of Contracts, we delve into Emptio Venditio, the Roman contract of sale, through a case study involving hidden defects in a land deal. We discuss Caveat Emptor, the buyer’s duty of care, and the legal remedies available when sellers fail to disclose significant defects. Learn how Roman law provided…
This episode of “iax World of Contracts” delves into the critical topic of stakeholder agreements in collaborative projects. Through a detailed case study featuring GreenTech Innovations and the City of Lakewood, listeners will gain insights into the essential components of stakeholder agreements, including roles, responsibilities, decision-making processes, and conflict resolution. Covering practical strategies for managing…
In this episode of “IAX World of Contracts,” we explore the 1647 case Paradine v. Jane, a decision that cemented the principle of absolute obligations in contract law. The court ruled that contractual obligations must be upheld, even in the face of unforeseen events. This episode delves into how this ruling shaped the doctrine of…
This episode of “iax World of Contracts” delves into the intricacies of managing delays in construction contracts. Through a detailed case study featuring Apex Construction and the City of Eldridge, listeners will gain insights into the practical steps required to trigger remedies when unforeseen delays disrupt contractual performance. Covering topics such as timely notifications, supporting…
In this episode of IAX World of Contracts, we dissect the Boeing 737 MAX grounding—a case that exposed major flaws in product liability, regulatory compliance, and corporate responsibility. We explore the legal and financial fallout from Boeing’s failure to meet safety standards, including lawsuits, compensation claims, and the grounding of hundreds of planes worldwide. This…
This episode of “iax World of Contracts” delves into the critical topic of stakeholder agreements in public-private partnerships. Through a detailed case study featuring Urban Developments Ltd. and the City of Riverton, listeners will gain insights into the essential components of stakeholder agreements, including roles, responsibilities, decision-making processes, and conflict resolution. Covering practical strategies for…
This episode of “iax World of Contracts” delves into the intricacies of managing hindrances in construction contracts governed by SIA. Through a detailed case study featuring Zenith Builders and the Town of Brookfield, listeners will gain insights into the various remedies available when unforeseen events disrupt contractual performance. Covering topics such as extensions of time,…
In this episode of The World of Contracts, we delve into mutuum, the Roman contract for loans of consumable goods, and explore how force majeure—unforeseeable events like natural disasters—impacted borrower obligations. Through a case study involving a loan disrupted by a flood, we examine the balance Roman law sought between strict contract enforcement and fairness…
