Another new commercial lease case, another instance of drafting being the deciding factor. We’ve looked at cases where drafting affected guaranties, exculpatory clauses, remedies, and how to calculate renewal rent. To be...more
Many of the topics we cover in this space ultimately come down to problems in drafting. Of course, these drafting issues aren’t apparent when the parties execute the lease, contract, or other document....more
Many types of contracts require the parties to submit their disputes to arbitration. For example, arbitration clauses are common in consumer agreements, such as car leases and gym memberships. While a consumer can negotiate...more