David Carnes reports:
"Write a concise statement that illustrates exactly what purpose you want the contract clause to achieve. Write in plain English, not in 'legalese.'...Convert your statement into command language using the word 'shall.' The word 'shall' is a time-honored legal usage that indicates the presence of a legally-binding promise...Add legal definitions for ambiguous words or terms in a separate definitions section at the beginning of the contract...The presence of capitalized words alerts the reader to refer to the definitions sections in case of any doubt. Identify and correct ambiguities. For example, the word 'steal' is ambiguous and misleading because Company A could make digital copies of Company B's digital files, transfer them to a third party, and still claim that it did not 'steal' them because it did not deprive Company B of these files by erasing them. If Company B actually wants Company A to refrain from using or disclosing Company B's business secrets, this should be clearly stated. Research the legal background of the subject matter of a clause and revise the clause accordingly. For example, a clause should specify that Company A will not breach the clause by using or divulging information that Company B has already made public." Leave a Reply. |
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