Most disputes over agreements begin with something that was never read, or never written down. Before you sign, check the following.
- Are the parties named correctly, with full legal names and addresses?
- Are the money terms clear: the amount, the dates, taxes, and what happens if payment is late?
- Does it say how, and when, either side can end the agreement?
- How will disputes be resolved, and in which place?
- Is everything that was promised verbally actually written in the document?
Have a lawyer review any agreement that matters before you sign it. It costs far less than a dispute later.
This article is general information, not legal advice. Please speak to a lawyer about your own situation.