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Setting a Deadline

Giving the other party a reasonable deadline to perform.

Before many rights arise (withdrawal, damages, substitute performance), you must first set the other party a reasonable deadline to perform or to cure the defect. Only after it passes without success do the further-reaching rights apply. In exceptional cases the deadline is dispensable.

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General explanation for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). Individual cases may differ: if in doubt, contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.