Attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Burger of Offit Kurman discuss the idea of the “ironclad contract” and why truly loophole-proof, unbreakable agreements don’t exist. They explain that while contracts can be sloppy or well-prepared, even strong drafting can’t anticipate every unexpected real-life scenario. The episode emphasizes focusing on common contingencies and high-impact issues, treating contracts as adaptable documents that evolve as circumstances and business needs change.
- (00:00) - Ironclad Contract Myth
- (00:53) - Why Nothing Is Unbreakable
- (01:40) - Draft for Common Risks
- (02:11) - Contracts Should Evolve
- (03:57) - Ambiguity and Disputes
- (05:16) - Get Close Not Perfect
- (05:53) - Final Takeaways
What is OK at Work?
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