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Abuse of rights

Exercise of a subjective right contrary to the economic or social purposes for which it was recognised, or causing damage to third parties. Prohibited by Art. 7.2 CC. Legal consequence: compensation for damage caused and measures to put an end to the abuse. Common in horizontal property, unfair competition and contract disputes.

Art. 7.2 CC
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