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Good Faith

The requirement of honest conduct in legal dealings.

The principle of good faith requires contracting parties to act honestly and considerately. It limits the exercise of rights (for example in cases of abuse of rights) and fills gaps in contracts.

The relevant statutes

§ 242 BGB

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