--- title: Blog | Outside GC | commercial contracts (3) description: commercial contracts | The Outside GC blog features practical tips, insights, and other news from Outside GC's experienced on-demand attorneys. Read our latest blog posts here. 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When the parties to a contract wish to end their relationship (for any number of reasons, such as dissatisfaction with goods/services, better pricing found elsewhere, or simply a desire to walk away from the deal), a termination agreement enables them to formally cancel their contract before its expiration date[[1]](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/topic/commercial-contracts/page/3#_ftn1). In this two-part series, we will examine the basic provisions found in most termination agreements (part 1), as well as more complex provisions that are often required in more sophisticated transactions ([part 2)](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/special-provisions-in-termination-agreements).  [Continue Reading](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/the-basics-of-termination-agreements) [![Seven Issues to Look for in Non-Solicitation Clauses](https://62401.hs-sites.com/hubfs/Person-Attracting-Human-Figures-With-Horseshoe-Magnet-1050882098_1258x839.jpeg) ](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/seven-issues-to-look-for-in-non-solicitation-clauses) ## [Seven Issues to Look for in Non-Solicitation Clauses](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/seven-issues-to-look-for-in-non-solicitation-clauses) May 8, 2020 at 12:48 PM - [commercial contracts](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/topic/commercial-contracts), A non-solicitation clause is a provision in a contract generally prohibiting the hiring (or attempting to hire) of one of the other party’s employees or contractors. It can be thought of as an “anti-poaching” provision. Often, vendors will add such a provision to keep its customers or clients from poaching the vendor’s employees in an attempt to avoid using the vendor by bringing the vendor’s expertise in house. When this happens, the vendor loses not only a key employee, but also, in many case, a client. [Continue Reading](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/seven-issues-to-look-for-in-non-solicitation-clauses) [![The Coronavirus and Force Majeure](https://62401.hs-sites.com/hubfs/force-majeure-watch-1193243563_1256x838.jpeg) ](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/coronavirus-and-force-majeure) ## [The Coronavirus and Force Majeure](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/coronavirus-and-force-majeure) April 22, 2020 at 3:33 PM - [commercial contracts](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/topic/commercial-contracts), The coronavirus has toppled business as we know it, and many companies are attempting to right themselves by scaling back, including seeking to be excused from contractual obligations pursuant to a “force majeure” provision in their agreements. Force majeure is one of a handful of standard “boilerplate” contract terms that is often skimmed over (at best) or overlooked by the parties, given its relative unimportance as compared to more substantive provisions. However, when faced with unexpected and/or uncontrollable circumstances, a precisely worded force majeure clause can sometimes offer a lifeline that will excuse one party’s performance obligations. [Continue Reading](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/coronavirus-and-force-majeure) [![Key Issues in a SOW - part 3 of 3 - from the vendor perspective](https://62401.hs-sites.com/hubfs/SoW%2c-statement-of-work.-Concept-table-with-keywords%2c-letters-and-icons.-Colored-flat-vector-illustration-on-white-background.-1030205536_1292x816.jpeg) ](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/key-issues-statement-of-work-for-providers-goods-and-services) ## [Key Issues in a SOW - part 3 of 3 - from the vendor perspective](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/key-issues-statement-of-work-for-providers-goods-and-services) February 28, 2020 at 4:32 PM - [deal support](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/topic/deal-support), When you are a vendor providing goods/services to a customer, the most critical issues in a SOW are those relating to the description of services, payment, and the terms of acceptance. These provisions should be written with clarity and specificity. The remainder of the terms, while important, do not require the same level of detail. To help guide the providing party in its review or preparation of a SOW, consider the following:  [Continue Reading](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/key-issues-statement-of-work-for-providers-goods-and-services) [![Key Issues in a SOW - Part 2 of 3 - from the customer perspective](https://62401.hs-sites.com/hubfs/SoW%2c-statement-of-work.-Concept-table-with-keywords%2c-letters-and-icons.-Colored-flat-vector-illustration-on-white-background.-1030205536_1292x816.jpeg) ](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/key-issues-in-a-statement-of-work-sow) ## [Key Issues in a SOW - Part 2 of 3 - from the customer perspective](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/key-issues-in-a-statement-of-work-sow) February 24, 2020 at 12:31 PM - [deal support](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/topic/deal-support), As discussed in [Part 1](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/tips-on-how-to-write-or-review-a-statement-of-work-sow), a SOW should tell a story with enough detail that a person who is unfamiliar with the deal could rely on it to understand the intentions of the parties, including such key terms as products/services, deliverables and pricing. [Continue Reading](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/key-issues-in-a-statement-of-work-sow) [![Tips on How to Write or Review a Statement of Work (SOW) - Part 1 of 3](https://62401.hs-sites.com/hubfs/SoW%2c-statement-of-work.-Concept-table-with-keywords%2c-letters-and-icons.-Colored-flat-vector-illustration-on-white-background.-1030205536_1292x816.jpeg) ](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/tips-on-how-to-write-or-review-a-statement-of-work-sow) ## [Tips on How to Write or Review a Statement of Work (SOW) - Part 1 of 3](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/tips-on-how-to-write-or-review-a-statement-of-work-sow) February 19, 2020 at 11:36 AM - [commercial contracts](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/topic/commercial-contracts), Statements of Work (SOWs) can easily be considered one of the “workhorses” of commercial contracts, documenting key business terms like price and deliverables between parties who, in many cases, have previously entered into a master services agreement with each other. Regardless of the nomenclature (SOWs, order forms, schedules, exhibits, work orders, etc.), business teams should carefully prepare and/or review a SOW’s first draft to ensure that it accurately captures their intentions and expectations, *even if* a lawyer will ultimately review it. In this 3-part series, I will explore the role of the SOW and its key provisions for each party.  [Continue Reading](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/tips-on-how-to-write-or-review-a-statement-of-work-sow) [![The Basics Of Contract Damages](https://62401.hs-sites.com/hubfs/Businessperson-Holding-Marker-On-Document-1021543244_727x485.jpeg) ](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/the-basics-of-contract-damages) ## [The Basics Of Contract Damages](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/the-basics-of-contract-damages) August 8, 2019 at 9:35 AM - [Negotiation](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/topic/negotiation), *This is the first post in a 3-part series*. When business negotiations are in full swing, clients are typically focused on bottom line business objectives, content to leave the lawyers to hash out standard legal provisions. However, certain legal provisions can also impact business risk, enough so that clients should understand how they work and what can be done to avoid unnecessary risk. One such provision that often receives little attention from clients is contract damages. However, the reality is that negotiating the scope of allowable damages requires a strategic examination of the risks inherent in the transaction and their possible impact on your position in the event of a breach of contract. [Continue Reading](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/the-basics-of-contract-damages) [![Dissecting Key Legal Provisions for the Business Team](https://62401.hs-sites.com/hubfs/Businessperson-Holding-Marker-On-Document-1021543244_727x485.jpeg) ](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/dissecting-key-legal-provisions-for-the-business-team) ## [Dissecting Key Legal Provisions for the Business Team](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/dissecting-key-legal-provisions-for-the-business-team) August 8, 2019 at 9:23 AM - [Negotiation](https://62401.hs-sites.com/blog/topic/negotiation), Our team negotiates a lot of contracts and works with many clients across a broad range of industries. Over the years, we've noticed a varied approach to the contract negotiation process.  Some clients are highly involved, participating on every call and paying close attention to details, while others prefer to remain in the background and jump in only when directed by their lawyer.  However, the vast majority of business people fall somewhere in the middle – leading the negotiation of core terms such as price and payment terms – then deferring to legal counsel to handle provisions such as indemnification, limitation on liability and other legal boilerplate. 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