Principle

LABOUR LAW — Employment Contracts — Written Agreement — Construction

Area of law
LABOUR LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Courts interpret written agreements based on plain language. The principle applies to contract interpretation. The court will not add or subtract terms. The rule respects party autonomy. The plain meaning determines the parties' rights. The principle is fundamental.

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