Client relationships often start fragile. Even a small typo can make a client second-guess your professionalism. A glaring error in a contract may push them to delay signing while their attorney reviews it. In some cases, they might walk away from the deal altogether.
Unless you’ve built years of trust with a client, always ensure your contracts are polished and error-free.
They Hurt Your Credibility
Building client relationships is one of the most important aspects of a business. In the beginning stages of the relationship, any little thing can cause harm. This can be anything from a small typo to a glaring error in the contract that you send over for them to sign.
What kind of harm? The client might delay the signing of the contract to have their business attorney go over the contract to make sure it’s what you agreed upon. In worst-case scenarios, the client might back out of the contract altogether.
Unless you have years of experience with a particular customer or client, it’s important to make sure that the contract you send over is free from typos and grammatical errors.
They Can Change the Terms of the Contract
Contracts bind both parties to the words on the page—even the mistakes. If a typo changes meaning, courts may enforce it as written.
For example: a contract should say “Business A shall not be held responsible for damages.” Instead, it reads “Business A shall be held responsible for damages.” That one missing word could force Business A to pay damages in court.
They Can Cost You a Lot of Money
In legal documents, even a missing comma can decide a case. Typos in dollar amounts could make you lose income or pay more than planned. Errors in liability clauses may lead to lawsuits, expensive legal fees, and damages awarded to the other party.
Worried About Contract Typos and Grammatical Errors?
Contract typos and grammatical errors can mean the difference between a successful business deal and an extremely expensive mistake. At the very least, a few typos will do some damage to your professional reputation. When a major deal is on the line, you should always triple check your contract and have an experienced attorney look it over before signing.
Are you looking for an attorney to represent your Florida business in everything from contract negotiations to incorporation? Look no further. Contact Boyer Law Firm today to learn how we help your business succeed.