Oxalic acid and the applicable law: the Rome convention and construction

Britton, P.

Oxalic acid and the applicable law: the Rome convention and construction - 2003 - International Construction Law Review 20(3) July 2003, 381-400(20) .

Looks at how the uniform European contractual rules on the choice of law used work. Examines whether they produce clear and intelligible outcomes for construction cases. Outlines the background to the "Convention on the law applicable to contractual obligations 1980", detailing its scope and analysing the mechanisms that can be used in the choice of international law. Advises against relying on an implied choice; suggests noting that works identify the party of characteristic performance; and warns that factors that may negate the relevant presumption should be avoided. Recommends that a subsidiary contract cannot be assumed to have the same applicable law as the main contract and notes that special presumption about immovables should be should looked out for. Tables.


CONTRACT LAW
CONVENTION ON THE LAW APPLICABLE TO CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS 1980