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littleanan

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Explain why a joint and severable contract would increase the liability of one of the signatories to a joint and severable contract.
 
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Question 2

If a dispute arises in the field between the owner/engineer's resident project representative and the contractor's superintendent, the parties should:
 
  A. remain at the location on the project site where the issue was first mentioned, then adamantly debate the issue in public view and within earshot of everyone at the site to obtain their sympathy.
   B. move the discussion to a location in the field office, then listen to the dispute, protest, or claim. Then the parties should discuss the issues calmly and rationally, even in the face of serious disagreements.
   C. move to a location inside the field office and immediately take up a stance to defend your position by out-shouting the other party.
   D. refuse to discuss the matter at all, but insist that the other party submit it in writing before the issue can be discussed.



meltdown117

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Answer to Question 1

A joint and severable contract would increase the liability of one of the signatories because all of the signatories are liable for the entire contract obligation not just their pro rata share of the contract.

Answer to Question 2

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