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Numerous Modifications. The 1929 Warsaw Convention was first amended by the 1955 Hague Protocol. Through this passengers were offered a greater protection with new provisions. As an example, their ticket would no longer contain a mere ‘statement’4 of their rights, but from that point onwards would include a ‘notice’5 informing them that their journey was regulated by the uniform rules. The carriers also saw their situation improve. For example, the 1955 Hague Protocol authorized carriers to alleviate their liability with respect to inherent defects to cargo.6 In addition to these changes, former controver- sies, such as the negotiability of the airway bill, were also solved.7 Moreover, the concepts of ‘dol’8 and ‘faute équivalente’,9 which were used in the 1929 text,10 and which had given rise to many misunderstand- ings in common law jurisdictions, were redrafted to lower the potential connections with domestic law and therefore enhance the autonomy of the concepts. While the idea remained the same, the two concepts were respectively redrafted as follows: ‘[…] done with intent to cause damage […]’ and ‘[…] recklessly and with knowledge that damage would prob- ably result’.11 This redrafting toward further autonomy faced resistance as references to concepts known under domestic law were preferred by certain negotiators, particularly when it came to matters of translation. The Travaux Préparatoires report, to that effect, that the delegate for Belgium expressed the view that it was important to have a French text which would be abso- 3 For a description of the relationship between these instruments and the 1999 Montreal Convention, see, section 1.3.1.1(2). 4 1929 Warsaw Convention, Articles 3 and 4. 5 1955 Hague Protocol, Articles III and IV. 6 1955 Hague Protocol, Article XII.
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  • Cost Modifications The parties may agree to a reduction in the cost of the Contract at any time during which the Contract is in effect. Without intending to impose a limitation on the nature of the reduction, the reduction may be to hourly, staffing or unit costs, the total cost of the Contract or the reduction may take such other form as the State deems to be necessary or appropriate.

  • Amendments/Modifications This Agreement may not be modified, altered or amended except by an agreement in writing executed by all of the parties hereto.

  • Future Modifications Changes in Circumstances:

  • INTEGRATIONS & MODIFICATIONS This Agreement constitutes the whole agreement between the parties. Except as identified in this Agreement, there are no other prior written agreements and no prior or contemporaneous oral agreements that are a part of this Agreement. No modification to this Agreement shall be valid, unless in writing and executed by both parties.

  • Contract Modifications It is understood that changes are inherent in operations of the type covered by this contract. The number of changes, the scope of those changes, and the impact they have on the progress of the original operations cannot be defined at this time. The PURCHASER is notified that changes are anticipated and that there will be no compensation made to the PURCHASER directly related to the number of changes made. Each change will be evaluated for extension of contract time and increase or decrease in compensation based on its own merit. STATE reserves the right to make, at any time during the contract, such modifications as are necessary or desirable; provided such modifications shall not change the character of the operations to be done nor increase the cost, unless such operations or cost increase is approved in writing by PURCHASER. Any modifications so made shall not invalidate this contract nor release PURCHASER of obligations under the performance bond. PURCHASER agrees to do the modified operations as if it had been a part of the original contract. If any change under this section causes an increase or decrease in the PURCHASER's cost of, or the time required for the performance of any part of the operations, the PURCHASER must submit a written statement setting forth the nature and specific extent of the claim. Such claim shall include all time and cost impacts against the contract and be submitted as soon as possible, but no later than 30 days after receipt of any written notice of modification of the contract. If the PURCHASER discovers site conditions which differ materially from what was represented in the contract or from conditions that would normally be expected to exist and be inherent to the activities defined in the contract, the PURCHASER shall notify the STATE's Authorized Representative immediately and before the area has been disturbed. The STATE's Authorized Representative will investigate the area and make a determination as to whether or not the conditions differ materially from either the conditions stated in the contract or those which could reasonably be expected in execution of this particular contract. If it is determined that a differing site condition exists, any compensation or credit will be determined based on an analysis by STATE's Authorized Representative. If the PURCHASER does not concur with the decision of the STATE's Authorized Representative and/or believes that it is entitled to additional compensation, the PURCHASER may proceed to file a claim. Claims Review Process. All PURCHASER claims shall be referred to the STATE's Authorized Representative for review. All claims shall be made in writing to the STATE's Authorized Representative not more than ten days from the date of the occurrence of the event which gives rise to the claim or not more than ten days from the date that the PURCHASER knew or should have known of the problem. Unless the claim is made in accordance with these time requirements, it shall be waived. All claims shall be submitted in writing and shall include a detailed, factual statement of the basis of the claim, pertinent dates, contract provisions which support or allow the claim, reference to or copies of any documents which support the claim, the exact dollar value of the claim, and specific time extension requested for the claim. If the claim involves operations to be completed by subcontractors, the PURCHASER will analyze and evaluate the merits of the subcontractor's claim. PURCHASER shall forward the subcontractor's claim and PURCHASER's evaluation of such claim to STATE's Authorized Representative. The STATE's Authorized Representative will not consider direct claims from subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, or others not a party to this contract. The decision of the STATE shall be final and binding unless the PURCHASER requests mediation.

  • Agreement Modifications Neither this Agreement nor the Protocol may be altered, amended or modified except by written document signed by the parties. 20.

  • Budget Modifications The total Approved Budget and the assignment of costs may be adjusted based on implementation of the Scope of Work, spending patterns, and unexpended funds, but only by an amendment to the Approved Budget. In no event shall an amendment to the Approved Budget result in payments in excess of the aggregate amount specified in Section 2.01 “Award of Monies” or in approved supplemental funding for the Project, if any. The RECIPIENT may make transfers between or among lines within budget categories without prior written approval provided that:

  • Amendments or Modifications Any changes, amendments or modifications to this Contract shall be made in writing, approved by all parties, and attached to the original Contract. Except as provided herein, any alterations, variations, modifications or waivers of provisions of this Contract shall only be valid when they have been reduced to writing, duly signed by the legally authorized representatives of both parties, and attached to the original of this Contract.

  • Minor Modifications A. The following may be administratively authorized as minor modifications to this Agreement:

  • PJM Agreement Modifications (a) If the PJM Agreements are amended or modified so that any schedule or section references herein to such agreements is changed, such schedule or section references herein shall be deemed to automatically (and without any further action by the Parties) refer to the new or successive schedule or section in the PJM Agreements which replaces that originally referred to in this Agreement.

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