Contract interpretation—terms implied by fact
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Practice notesContract interpretation—terms implied by fact
Published by a LexisNexis Dispute Resolution expert
Practice notesThis Practice Note considers how contractual terms may be implied by fact. Implied terms are not stated in the contract but arise 'by implication' to reflect the intention of the parties at the time the contract was made.
Express and implied contractual terms distinguished
Contractual terms may be either express or implied:
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express terms—are terms which are actually recorded in a written contract or openly expressed in an oral contract at the time the contract is made. See Practice Note: Contract interpretation—express terms in contracts
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implied terms—are not stated in the contract but arise 'by implication' to reflect the intention of the parties at the time the contract was made. Terms may be implied by fact, law or custom
This Practice Note considers those terms implied by fact.
For guidance on terms implied by law, see Practice Note: Contract interpretation—terms implied by law.
For guidance on those terms implied by custom and usage, see Practice Note: Contract interpretation—terms implied by custom and usage.
How might terms be implied into a contract (the implication
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