Never sign a client contract with net-90 terms, indefinite revision scope, or uncapped indemnification traps again.
These common clauses routinely slip past non-lawyers and expose organizations to six-figure liabilities.
Forcing the contractor to personally indemnify the client for any legal disputes, risking personal assets beyond project fees.
Transferring full copyright and IP ownership upon creation rather than upon receipt of 100% final cleared payment.
No cap on rounds of edits or client feedback, allowing clients to demand endless unpaid scope creep.
Extending payment deadlines 2-3 months after delivery with zero late-payment interest or suspension rights.
Uncapped personal liability exposure and IP assignment prior to receiving client payment.
Condition IP assignment strictly upon receipt of full payment, and cap total contractor liability to the fees paid under the agreement.
Answers to legal and operational questions about risk detection and protection.
Always upon full and final payment. If IP transfers upon creation and the client defaults, you lose leverage to collect your fee.
Never uncapped. Indemnification must be strictly limited to direct damages caused by willful misconduct, and capped at the total fees paid under the contract.
Specify the exact number of revision rounds (e.g., 2 rounds) and an hourly rate for changes beyond the agreed project scope.
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