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French Insurance CodeIn force
Section III: Provisions relating to the investigation of claims for compensation.

Article R424-11

Farmers and owners of agricultural and forestry land submit claims for compensation for damage caused by the agricultural spreading of sewage sludge to the Prefect, who acknowledges receipt. The compo…

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French Civil CodeIn force
Subsection 5: Compensation for loss resulting from non-performance of the contract

Article 1231-7

In all matters, an award of compensation carries interest at the legal rate even in the absence of a claim or special provision in the judgment. Unless otherwise provided by law, such interest shall a…

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French Cinema and Moving Image CodeIn force
Chapter II: Provisions relating to certain procedural and eligibility conditions

Article 122-1

The provisions of this chapter apply to the aids mentioned in…

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French Sports CodeIn force
Section 3: Approval of supporters' associations

Article D224-12

The Prefect or, where applicable, the Police Prefect shall be notified without delay of any changes to the Articles of Association, the by-laws and the list of members responsible for the administrati…

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French Code of civil procedureIn force
Subsection 3: The family council

Article 1234-3

The family council may only deliberate if at least half of its members are present. If this number is not reached, the judge may either adjourn the meeting or take the decision himself in an emergency…

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French Labour CodeIn force
Subsection 4: Penalties for irregularities.

Article L1235-11

Where the court finds that the dismissal has taken place when the dismissal procedure is null and void, in accordance with the provisions of the first two paragraphs of Article L. 1235-10, it may orde…

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French Public procurement codeIn force
Subsection 3: Supporting documents and other evidence relating to the conditions for participation

Article R2143-11

In order to verify that candidates meet the conditions for participation in the procedure, the purchaser may require the production of the information and documents listed in an order annexed to this…

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French General Code of Local AuthoritiesIn force
Subsection 1: General provisions.

Article L2224-11

Public water and wastewater services are financially managed as industrial and commercial services.

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French Consumer CodeIn force
Section 2: Effects of the admissibility decision

Article R722-11

In enforcement proceedings that are not subject to suspension or prohibition pursuant to the provisions of this chapter, the fees borne by the debtor shall be equal to half of those provided for by th…

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French Monetary and Financial CodeIn force
Subsection 4: Pledging of securities accounts and securities

Article D211-11

The formal notice provided for in V of article L. 211-20 shall contain the following information, failing which it shall be null and void:1° If payment is not made, the creditor may realise the pledge…

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