California § 1296 - The parties to a construction contract with a public agency may expressly agree i
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1296 — The parties to a construction contract with a public agency may expressly agree i, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1296. The parties to a construction contract with a public agency may expressly agree i
The parties to a construction contract with a public agency may expressly agree in writing that in any arbitration to resolve a dispute relating to the contract, the arbitratorâs award shall be supported by law and substantial evidence. If the agreement so provides, a court shall, subject to Section 1286.4, vacate the award if after review of the award it determines either that the award is not supported by substantial evidence or that it is based on an error of law.
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Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1296
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1296 cover?
Section 1296 ("The parties to a construction contract with a public agency may expressly agree i") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 1296?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1296" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 1296 apply to my situation?
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