Contractor Liability
/ˈkɒntræktər laɪəˈbɪlɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal responsibility of a contractor for fulfilling obligations and addressing liabilities under a contract or by law.
The contractor liability clause held the builder accountable for any structural defects.
- (n.) Obligation of a contractor to compensate for damages or losses arising during the course of construction or service delivery.
Contractor liability insurance covers damages caused by the contractor's negligence.
Forms
- contractor liability
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Commentary
Contractor liability often requires careful specification in contracts to delineate scope and limits of responsibility.
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