8.

All commissions shall be deemed to have been solely granted to and accepted by the PLC, even if it is the explicit or tacit intention that a commission is to be carried out by a particular lawyer. The effect of article 7:404 of the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek), which provides an arrangement for the latter case, and the effect of article 7:407 section 2 of the Civil Code, establishing several liabilities in cases where two or more persons are granted a commission, is excluded.

9.

Any liability shall be limited to the amount paid in the case concerned by the PLC’s professional liability insurance plus the applicable insurance policy’s deductible to be borne by the PLC pursuant to the insurance policy conditions. The PLC cannot be held liable for damages that are not covered by its professional liability insurance.

10.

When engaging third parties not belonging to its organization the PLC shall observe due diligence and shall (except in case of attorneys’ and bailiffs’ assistance) consult with the Client to the extent possible prior to the selection of these third parties. Any liability of the PLC for  shortcomings of these third parties is excluded herewith.