Who Benefits if a Client Services Agreement Says "The Consultant Will Assign All of the Work to the Client?"
That seemingly simple phrase in your client services agreement – "The Consultant will assign all of the work to the Client" – could have devastating consequences for your business. The seemingly innocuous word "assign" actually means you're giving up all rights to the work you create, preventing you from ever reusing your valuable tools and intellectual property again.
Who Wins With This Phrase: "Consultant Shall Perform the Services Until the Client is Reasonably Satisfied"?
That seemingly harmless phrase in your client agreement – "Consultant shall perform the services until the Client is reasonably satisfied" – could be costing you dearly. Discover why these 11 words can lead to unlimited free work and who really benefits.
Don't Wait Until It's Too Late
As a consultant or freelancer, you might think the "legal stuff" begins when you sign a client agreement. But what about those crucial pitch meetings? Sharing your valuable ideas without protection can be risky. That's where NDAs come in. Having your own ready ensures your confidential information stays safe before any formal agreement.
What you don't know about the "legal stuff" can seriously hurt your business
any entrepreneurs, in the whirlwind of launching and scaling, often defer critical legal considerations. Relying on generic contract templates, neglecting intellectual property protection, and overlooking online compliance can leave your business significantly vulnerable. Our latest newsletter underscores the importance of establishing a robust legal foundation now to safeguard your future success and mitigate potential risks.