Principle

CONTRACT LAW — Construction of Documents — Clear and Unambiguous Terms — Literal Interpretation

Area of law
CONTRACT LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Clear contract terms must be given their literal meaning. Courts cannot rewrite contracts. The principle applies to all written agreements. The parties are bound by their words. The rule prevents judicial rewriting of agreements. The court will not imply terms to alter clear language. The…

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