{"id":727,"date":"2019-01-27T16:59:53","date_gmt":"2019-01-27T21:59:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moorechristoff.com\/what-is-in-your-business-contracts\/"},"modified":"2023-08-30T12:45:22","modified_gmt":"2023-08-30T16:45:22","slug":"what-is-in-your-business-contracts","status":"publish","type":"insight","link":"https:\/\/moorechristoff.com\/insight\/what-is-in-your-business-contracts\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s in your Business Contracts?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Virginia Business Contracts<\/h4>\n

While it seems like a simple question, a contract\u2019s terms are often overlooked until the parties are in the grips of litigation. Everyone has been through the process of initialing and signing a long contract full of boilerplate language that you may assume will never matter. But when a dispute arises, it is this fine-print language that has real-life consequences.<\/p>\n

This is particularly true in business dealings; whether setting up an operating agreement or entering into a long-term commercial lease, the language of the agreement and contract is what matters. A responsible business cannot wait until the business is more established to take care of the details and it cannot simply sign and hope for the best.<\/p>\n

Unlike some civil suits between individuals wherein a court may be lenient about the terms of a contract, Virginia Courts will enforce the terms of a contract between two businesses regardless of the relative fairness or equity of the outcome.<\/p>\n

What is the Goal of the Contract? <\/h4>\n

There are innumerable terms to consider depending on the nature of the business, the purpose of the contract, and the parties involved. Take the time to think about the big-picture goals and implications of a proposed agreement, and then work with your local business attorney to ensure that the contract will facilitate those goals. <\/p>\n

Business Agreements to Consider<\/h4>\n
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  1. Operating Agreements;<\/li>\n
  2. Partnership Agreements;<\/li>\n
  3. Employment Contracts;<\/li>\n
  4. Commercial Leases;<\/li>\n
  5. Insurance Agreements;<\/li>\n
  6. Non-Compete Agreements;<\/li>\n
  7. Vendor Contracts;<\/li>\n
  8. Client Agreements; and<\/li>\n
  9. Any other contracts that your business enters into.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Statute of Limitations<\/h4>\n

    The basic statute of limitations applicable to Virginia Contracts is:<\/p>\n

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    1. Written Contract: 5 years<\/a>;<\/li>\n
    2. Implied or Oral Contract: 3 years<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      This is subject to numerous exceptions, however, so consult with an attorney to confirm the correct time limit in which a suit can be filed. For example, Virginia Code sec. 8.01-243<\/a> requires that a personal injury action, regardless of the cause of action, be brought within 2 years:<\/p>\n

      \n

      A. Unless otherwise provided in this section or by other statute, every action for personal injuries, whatever the theory of recovery, and every action for damages resulting from fraud, shall be brought within two years after the cause of action accrues. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

      There are numerous other caveats to consider, including strategic, so do not wait to discuss your Virginia business\u2019s or Washington, D.C., business\u2019s contracts, contact<\/a> the law office today to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n

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