Seguros y GravámenesPregunta 1486 de 1605
An indemnity (hold-harmless) clause in a construction subcontract typically operates to:
a.Transfer the project schedule risk
b.Eliminate the need for any insurance
c.Waive the owner's right to a mechanics lien release
d.Shift specified liability and defense costs from one party (the indemnitee) to another (the indemnitor)
Explicación
An indemnity/hold-harmless clause reallocates liability by having the indemnitor agree to defend and/or reimburse the indemnitee for specified claims. It is a contractual risk-shifting device, often backed by insurance, and is distinct from schedule or lien provisions.
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