Interpretation: Course of Dealing/Trade Usage

Ambiguous terms may be interpreted using course of performance, dealing, and trade usage.

Related Contract Content rules

• Parol Evidence RuleThe PER bars prior or contemporaneous terms that contradict a final written integration.
• Parol Evidence ExceptionsParol evidence is admissible to explain ambiguities, show defenses, or prove collateral agreements.
• Merger Clause EffectA merger clause indicates full integration, strengthening application of the parol evidence rule.

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