Trying cases.
White, N.
Trying cases. - c1999 - Building 264(8103) 10 September 1999, 70(1) .
Explains the meaning of the terms 'best endeavours' and 'reasonable endeavours' which appear as requirements in many contracts. The obligation imposed by either clause is nothing like an absolute obligation; 'reasonable endeavours' means very little. The extent of the obligation will depend upon the circumstances of each case and the courts are free to come to a decision that they consider fair.
Contracts
CONTRACT CLAUSES
Trying cases. - c1999 - Building 264(8103) 10 September 1999, 70(1) .
Explains the meaning of the terms 'best endeavours' and 'reasonable endeavours' which appear as requirements in many contracts. The obligation imposed by either clause is nothing like an absolute obligation; 'reasonable endeavours' means very little. The extent of the obligation will depend upon the circumstances of each case and the courts are free to come to a decision that they consider fair.
Contracts
CONTRACT CLAUSES