
CONTRACT LAW IS NOT A FORMALITY – WHY IT MAKES SENSE TO PUT THINGS “IN WRITING”
“We shook hands and agreed – then he started making excuses.”
Petr arranged a collaboration with a former colleague. They had a clear deal – deadlines, payment, responsibilities. But it was all based on a verbal agreement. When complications arose, the other party denied everything. Without a written contract, Petr had no way to enforce his rights. It ended in financial loss and disappointment.
Why contract law is not just a formality, what risks come with the absence of a written contract, what a contract means in practice, and how it protects your rights.
🧑⚖️ What is “contract law”
It’s a set of rules that define who promised what, under which conditions, and what happens if they fail
It governs relationships – business, employment, personal and civil
It’s a tool for preventing and resolving disputes
📝 Why “verbal agreements” aren’t enough
They are hard to prove
In case of a dispute, it’s just “your word against theirs”
There’s no clear evidence of what was agreed
Even if technically valid, they’re practically very risky
📚 Real-life example:
A client verbally agreed on a flat renovation. When the contractor didn’t finish the job and refused to return the deposit, the client had no written contract, no specification, no deadline. The court dismissed the claim – there was no evidence. A simple written agreement would have made all the difference.
✅ Lawyer’s recommendation:
Every agreement should be in writing.
Even a short and simple document can protect your interests. A contract isn’t a sign of distrust – it’s a safeguard.
And if you already have an agreement but aren’t sure it’s legally sound, reach out. I’ll review it and suggest improvements – before problems arise.
Have a verbal deal and want legal certainty? Or dealing with a relationship with unclear rules?
Get in touch – we’ll turn the deal into a contract that truly protects you.
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CONTRACT LAW IS NOT A FORMALITY – WHY IT MAKES SENSE TO PUT THINGS “IN WRITING”
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