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In light of a contract entrusting a company with the technical management of a construction site
Droit Immobilier

In light of a contract entrusting a company with the technical management of a construction site

📅 Decision of 11 August 2026🔄 Updated on 11 October 2026⚖️ Cour de cassation👁️ 13 views📖 2 min read

In light of a contract entrusting a company with the technical management of a construction site, the Court of Appeal rightly holds the said company liable for breach of contract, ordering it to pay damages while reserving its rights of recourse against the contractors, since it found that it had dealt directly with the entrepreneurs and that the defects were due to the poor execution of the works which it was responsible for supervising.

Reference decision: cc • No. 75-15.078 • 1977-05-25 • View the decision →

This decision sheds important light on your property rights. Here's what it means for you.

The situation

In light of a contract entrusting a company with the technical management of a construction site, the Court of Appeal rightly holds the said company liable for breach of contract, ordering it to pay damages while reserving its rights of recourse against the contractors, since it found that it had dealt directly with the entrepreneurs and that the defects were due to the poor execution of the works which it was responsible for supervising.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key takeaways

  • Strictly comply with legal time limits for bringing claims
  • Keep all your supporting documents (deeds, instruments, correspondence)
  • Be proactive: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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Legal information

  • Number: 75-15.078
  • Court: Cour de cassation

Keywords

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