Georgia Statutes

§ 13-4-5 — Effect of execution of second contract upon same matter; novation

Georgia § 13-4-5

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O.C.G.A. § 13-4-5 (2026).

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A simple contract regarding the same matter and based on no new consideration does not destroy another simple contract between the same parties; but, if new parties are introduced so as to change the person to whom the obligation is due, the original contract is at an end.

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