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Managing contracts
One should be aware constantly of the potential for problems and opportunities in the course of a contractual relationship, no matter how simple and straightforward it appeared at the outset. Having a written contract is a good start. One can of course have a verbal contract but this is asking for trouble in all but the most simple of contractual arrangements. And make sure it is in place before you start and is not an afterthought, as it may be difficult to negotiate once you have started the job.
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When is the contractual relationship in place? For a contract to be formed an offer must be accepted without qualification.
Published on 31-Jan-11 22:24
By Gavin Tosh
What you are seeking to avoid is the nightmare scenario of “changing goalposts” or “specification creep” in which the customer’s demands change and expand during the course of the contract as he recognizes his initial omissions and you cannot point to a definitive statement of the full extent of your obligations
Published on 07-Apr-11 16:13
By Gavin Tosh
The purpose of this series of articles is to identify common causes of contractual problems and provide some tips on how to avoid them.
Published on 03-Feb-11 15:57
By Gavin Tosh
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Nothing in these awareness articles are intended as legal advice. If you have a specific legal requirement or query you should consult a solicitor directly.
