A contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more parties. If you own a business, you likely enter into contracts all the time — and it’s important to understand the mechanics of these important documents. To be enforceable by a court, a contract must meet...
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What is a Breach of Contract?
A contract is a legal agreement between two or more parties. If a party fails to fulfill their obligations under the contract, they can be held responsible for breaching the contract. A breach can include anything from failure to deliver the goods or services on time,...
What’s the Difference Between a Right of First Refusal and a Right of First Offer?
Two contractual agreements that are commonly used in business matters and shareholder agreements include the right of first refusal and the right of first offer. While these rights are similar, these rights are not the same. A right of first offer provides the holder...
What Does an Nondisclosure Agreement Protect?
Non-disclosure agreements, also known as “NDAs” can protect a wide range of confidential information. However, if your company is seeking to safeguard sensitive information and data, it’s important to understand the scope of an NDA — and the limitations of these...
The Law of Contracts: Understanding the Difference Between the UCC and Common Law
Contract law in the United States is governed primarily by the common law and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). Both bodies of contract law have distinct differences vital to understand. If you regularly deal with contracts, it’s important to know which law applies —...
What Businesses Need to Know About the E-Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act
The Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act — also called the E-Sign Act — was signed into law in 2000, providing for legal recognition of electronic signatures in commerce. Under the statute, e-signatures are given the same legal force and effect as...