Article 279 of the French Code of civil procedure

If the expert encounters difficulties that prevent him from carrying out his mission or if an extension of his mission proves necessary, he will report this to the judge.

The judge may, in giving his decision, extend the period within which the expert must give his opinion.

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Article 279

Si l’expert se heurte à des difficultés qui font obstacle à l’accomplissement de sa mission ou si une extension de celle-ci s’avère nécessaire, il en fait rapport au juge.

Celui-ci peut, en se prononçant, proroger le délai dans lequel l’expert doit donner son avis.