Common use of Counterparts and Interpretation Clause in Contracts

Counterparts and Interpretation. 31.1 This Agreement may be executed in two (2) counterparts, both of which shall be deemed an original. 31.2 In the event an ambiguity or question of intent or interpretation arises, this Agreement shall be construed as if drafted jointly by the Parties and no presumption or burden of proof shall arise favoring or disfavoring any Party by virtue of authorship of any of the provisions of this Agreement. 31.3 Any reference to any federal, state, local, or foreign statute or law shall be deemed also to refer to all rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, unless the context requires otherwise. 31.4 The words “include”, “includes” and “including” in this Agreement shall not be Limiting and shall be deemed in all instances to be followed by the phrase “without limitation”. 31.5 References to Articles and Sections herein are cross-references to Articles and Sections, respectively, in this Agreement, unless otherwise stated. 31.6 The headings or section titles contained in this Agreement are inserted solely for convenience and do not constitute a part of this Agreement between the Parties, nor should they be used to aid in any manner in the construction of this Agreement.