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Article 1991 of the French Civil Code

The mandatary is bound to perform the mandate for as long as he remains in charge of it, and is liable for any damages that may result from his non-performance.

He is likewise bound to complete the thing begun on the death of the principal, if there is peril in the house.

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Article 1991

Le mandataire est tenu d’accomplir le mandat tant qu’il en demeure chargé, et répond des dommages-intérêts qui pourraient résulter de son inexécution.

Il est tenu de même d’achever la chose commencée au décès du mandant, s’il y a péril en la demeure.

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