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08/30/2005 02:05:51 PM · #1 |
So, i've started to write websites for some people and I need to draw out a contract to ensure payment. Does anyone know of any templates or possibly have some pointers?
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08/30/2005 02:09:40 PM · #2 |
Have a contract by all means and keep it as simple as possible. But. Get some payment in advance and then payments when milestones are met. Stop work as soon as the first milestone payment is not made. That's better than any contract. Contracts are not much use unless you have the money, time, etc to actually take them to court if they don;t pay.
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08/30/2005 02:11:16 PM · #3 |
Also, since you'll have access to the FTP, you can always remove it if payments are not made!
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08/30/2005 02:11:27 PM · #4 |
The most important clause of any contract is "this is subject to change without warning at anytime". Otherthan that, it comes down to personal preference. The easier to read and understand is a plus but overall, only like 11% of subscribers ever read the fine print. :(
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08/30/2005 02:30:27 PM · #5 |
Templates for websites? Or templates for contracts?
if the first, then you shouldn't be charging for your work as you have no clue what you are doing if you are asking here for web diesign templates.
If it is the latter, then go see a lawyer. NEBS has forms for most anything, BUT if you want a contract to be in your favor and enforceable, then have a local laywer do it for you. Each state has different laws and precedents for different things. In PA for example, deposits are always refundable. by law. the term 'non-refundable deposit' has the same legal effect as 'i legally hired a hit man' - the enforceable term here is 'retainer'.
If your contract ever gets 'tested' you want it to hold up, right?
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08/30/2005 02:31:28 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by CalamitysMaster00:
The most important clause of any contract is "this is subject to change without warning at anytime". |
depends on the contract. that works to a limited extent with credit cards contracts. Try that clause in real estate contract and see how far you get!
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08/30/2005 04:32:30 PM · #7 |
| Don't transfer the copyright 'till you're paid in full. |
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