Construction Law in the 21st Century
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         Liquidated damages in civil law jurisdictions
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Introduction
When a breach of a contractual obligation arises, a party may seek relief through several remedies. These can have the form of specific performance, avoidance and/or a condemnation to pay damages. The latter appears to be the most frequently sought remedy in international trade.