(a) The rule that statutes in derogation of the common law are to be strictly construed shall have no application to sections 34-500 to 34-547, inclusive.

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Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 34-546

  • Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.

(b) It is the policy of sections 34-500 to 34-547, inclusive, to give maximum effect to the principles of freedom of contract and to the enforceability of governing instruments.