Freedom of contract and limitations thereon

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Unless expressly or impliedly prohibited from doing so, individuals may renounce or modify what is established in their favor by the provisions of this Code if the renunciation or modification does not affect the rights of others and is not contrary to the public good.

Acts 1974, No. 50, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1975.

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