The Clauze Blog

Plain English contract guides.

Practical articles on NDA review, freelance contract review, employment contract review, and the legal basics people miss in the fine print.

Legal Basics

Force Majeure Clauses Explained (Plain English + Negotiation Tips)

If a contract says “force majeure,” it is describing what happens when life disrupts performance. Here is what it really means and what to negotiate.

May 19, 2026·7 min read

Legal Basics

Governing Law vs Venue vs Jurisdiction: The Clause People Ignore

This clause decides where disputes happen and which rules apply. In many contracts, it matters more than the payment section.

May 18, 2026·8 min read

Legal Basics

Limitation of Liability Caps: What’s Fair (and What’s Dangerous)

A liability cap can save you from catastrophic risk. Here is how to spot missing caps, hidden carve-outs, and one-sided limits.

May 17, 2026·9 min read

Legal Basics

Indemnification Clauses Explained: “Hold Harmless” in Plain English

Indemnities are where contracts quietly move legal risk onto you. Here is what “defend, indemnify, hold harmless” actually requires.

May 16, 2026·10 min read

Employment

Offer Letter vs Employment Contract: What’s Binding (and What Isn’t)

Not every offer letter is a full contract. Here is what parts typically bind you, what can change, and what to get in writing.

May 15, 2026·7 min read

Employment

Non‑Solicit Clauses Explained: Clients, Coworkers, and Common Traps

Non‑solicits look small but can restrict your next move. Learn how they work, what to narrow, and how to spot hidden non‑compete language.

May 14, 2026·9 min read

Employment

IP Assignment in Employment Contracts: What You Actually Give Up

IP clauses can claim your side projects and future work. Here is what to carve out, what “works made for hire” means, and what to negotiate.

May 13, 2026·10 min read

Freelance

Kill Fee Clauses: The Fair Way to Handle Client Cancellations

A kill fee protects freelancers when a client ends a project midstream. Here is a practical, negotiation-friendly approach.

May 12, 2026·8 min read

Freelance

Net 30, Net 60, Net 90: Payment Terms Freelancers Should Avoid

Payment terms decide your cash flow. Learn how to negotiate net terms, late fees, milestones, and a simple “pay on receipt” fallback.

May 11, 2026·9 min read

Freelance

Statement of Work for Freelancers: Stop Scope Creep Before It Starts

A strong SOW prevents vague deliverables, endless revisions, and “just one more thing.” Here is a structure you can actually use.

May 10, 2026·10 min read

NDAs

Permitted Disclosures and Carve‑Outs in NDAs: What to Always Ask For

Most NDA fights happen because the carve‑outs are missing. Here are the exceptions you should insist on, with simple examples.

May 9, 2026·8 min read

NDAs

Confidential Information Definition in an NDA (Plain English + Examples)

The definition of “Confidential Information” determines how risky an NDA is. Here is how to spot overly broad definitions and fix them.

May 8, 2026·9 min read

NDAs

Mutual NDA Red Flags: 7 Clauses That Quietly Trap You

Mutual NDAs sound fair, but they often hide one-sided terms. Here are the red flags to look for before you sign.

May 7, 2026·8 min read

Freelance

Five Contract Clauses That Cost Freelancers the Most

After scanning thousands of contracts, these are the clauses that consistently hurt freelancers the most. Learn what to watch for before you sign.

January 15, 2024·8 min read

NDAs

What an NDA Actually Means and What to Watch For

Non-disclosure agreements are everywhere in the creative industry. But are you signing away more than you realise?

January 8, 2024·6 min read

Employment

The Difference Between a Fair Non-Compete and an Unfair One

Non-competes can ruin your career if they are too broad. Here is how to tell the difference.

January 1, 2024·10 min read