Breach of contract on sales of goods can only occur if the sale involves a legally binding purchase contract between a buyer and a seller. Purchase agreements can be absolute or conditional, meaning ...

When you assemble the specifications for a construction or remodeling project, you must rely on input from each of the subcontractors involved, including the company chosen to install plumbing. As you ...

We collaborate with the world's leading lawyers to deliver news tailored for you. Sign Up for any (or all) of our 25+ Newsletters. Some states have laws and ethical rules regarding solicitation and ...

A well-worded presidential contract can help prevent disagreements over such issues as deferred compensation and seats on corporate boards. Here are two examples of passages in such contracts. Taken ...

For many people, it can be hard to put concepts into action and understand theoretical discussions in a tangible way. As a continuation of Part 1 of The Art of NFL Contracts, it is time to put those ...

Forward contracts hedge risk by locking in future asset prices. Unlike futures, forward contracts are private, non-tradeable agreements. Forward deals can lead to gains or losses, depending on market ...

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...

Beware the fine print is the oft-repeated expression heard in almost any deal or contract negotiation. It’s good advice that too often is ignored in daily life and job situations—especially among ...