Well drafted terms and conditions of business which are adapted to your particular business may save you tens of thousands of pounds in the event of a commercial dispute. They will certainly give you a stronger negotiating position. Terms and conditions are advisable in relation to the supply of both goods and services. They will clarify the obligations of both the supplier and the customer and offer protection should things go wrong. Many disputes arise because the terms of the contract between the parties are not clear. Properly drafted terms and conditions will identify the goods or services to be supplied, terms for payment, time for delivery, when risk of loss or damage to the goods passes from supplier to customer, whether arbitration should apply in the event of dispute, terms and time limits for return of goods, force majeure and other usual terms and conditions, plus those which may apply to a particular contract.
For contracts made on-line or utilising e-commerce, consumer focused legislation and regulations must be adhered to. Consumers must be made aware of their rights in relation to certain goods and services and failure to provide such information may result in penalties from the authorities who police those regulations.
Our commercial lawyers are experienced in drafting terms and conditions to suit your particular circumstances and will review your existing terms and conditions to ensure they are up-to-date and compliant with legislation.
Please contact Robert Turner for more information.
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