LEGAL TALK: The Difference between latent and patent defects in construction

eRadio SA · Sep 7, 2022 · 15m

Episode 15 - Wednesday 7 September 2022:

The Difference between latent and patent defects in construction

We ask the following questions:

-What is the difference between a latent and patent defect?

-How is a latent defect defined?

-What are the characteristics of a latent defect?

-Can any warranties be given against latent defects?

-What is a buyer’s remedy for claiming damages for breaching any of the contractual warranties by the seller given against any defect?

-What is meant when we talk about damages?

-How are damages calculated?

-What elements must a buyer allege and prove to be…