Q. Is it important to deal with liability in my terms and conditions (T&C)? A: Indeed – it is crucial, and you can and must limit your liability. If you don’t have a suitable clause in your T&C, your liability is not only...
Ask Louis-the-Lawyer about contracts and third parties
Q. When I engage third parties (suppliers) to provide services on my behalf, must I advise the consumer of their identity and terms and conditions (T&C)? A: Yes, you must. There are two aspects involved here that you should be aware of....
Ask Louis-the-Lawyer about payment terms
Q. Why can’t I simply refer to my payment terms in my invoice? A: This is a common practice but not recommended. Legally speaking, it’s too late to share your payment terms at this stage, as the contract has already been concluded or...
Ask Louis-the-Lawyer about contracts
Q. What happens if I do not have a signed contract with my customers, which includes terms and conditions, and we have a dispute? A: The most important thing is to at least have terms and conditions (T&C). The lack of a signed contract is not...
The need for clear terms & conditions
Advocate Louis Nel, also known as Louis-the-Lawyer, shares some pointers about what to consider including in your company terms and conditions. Given the flurry of legal issues around COVID-19 and its impact on business, it seems there is a much...