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Contracts, simplified
Practical guides on contract risks, negotiation, and what to look for before you sign.
Methodology10 min
How We Measure Contract Risk Detection
Why a single test run proves nothing, what a locked benchmark actually is, and how five-run aggregates turn a detection rate into a measured number instead of an asserted one.
Government11 min
Pay-When-Paid and Termination Cascades in Federal Subcontracts
How the Prompt Payment Act, the Miller Act payment bond, and termination-for-convenience flow-downs interact when the government sits above your prime, and the subcontract language that quietly converts a government right into the prime's unilateral one.
Government12 min
FAR and DFARS Flow-Down Review Guide for Subcontractors
A ten-point checklist for reviewing FAR and DFARS flow-down clauses in a federal subcontract, from how flow-downs arrive to the clauses that should be struck or conformed before you sign.
Government11 min
Ostensible Subcontractor Red Flags in Teaming Agreements
Eight signs that a teaming agreement hands your subcontractor enough of the contract to trigger the SBA ostensible subcontractor rule, what each one looks like on the page, and the fix.
Government11 min
Teaming Agreement Review Checklist for Subcontractors
Ten provisions to read before you sign a federal teaming agreement, from work share and flow-downs to the affiliation risk that can cost a small business its size status.
Business9 min
Pay-When-Paid vs Pay-If-Paid: What Subcontractors Need to Know
Pay-when-paid delays your payment; pay-if-paid can erase it if the owner never pays the general contractor. Learn the difference before you sign a subcontract.
Contract Basics8 min
What Does "Jointly and Severally" Mean in a Contract?
Jointly and severally liable means a creditor can collect the entire debt from any one signer, not only their share. Here is what it means and how to push back.
Contract Basics9 min
Should You Sign a Contract with an Arbitration Clause?
An arbitration clause waives your right to sue in court and usually bars class actions. Learn what you give up, the opt-out window most people miss, and how to push back.
Contract Basics8 min
What Is a Liquidated Damages Clause, and Is It Fair?
A liquidated damages clause fixes what you owe for a breach in advance. Learn the test courts use, how to tell a fair estimate from a penalty, and what to push back on.
Contract Basics9 min
Should You Sign a Personal Guarantee? What It Means and When to Push Back
A personal guarantee can follow you home if the business cannot pay. Learn what it exposes, the exact language to watch for, and how to push back before you sign.
Product Updates6 min
More Than a Report: Redline, the Contract Assistant, and BeforeJD for iPhone
BeforeJD now returns your contract redlined, adds a spoken Contract Assistant and saved Discussion history, and is live on the App Store. Here is what changed.
Freelancers8 min
5 Contract Clauses Every Freelancer Should Watch For
These 5 common contract clauses can cost freelancers thousands. Learn what to watch for before you sign.
IP & Copyright7 min
What Does Work for Hire Actually Mean?
Work-for-hire clauses transfer ownership of your creative work. Learn what this means and how to protect yourself.
NDAs7 min
7 NDA Red Flags to Catch Before Signing
NDAs are routine, but bad ones can silence you indefinitely. Here are 7 warning signs to catch before signing.
AI & Legal Tech6 min
AI Contract Review vs. Hiring a Lawyer
AI tools and attorneys serve different purposes. A practical guide to knowing when each makes sense for your situation.
Real Estate8 min
6 Lease Agreement Traps That Cost Thousands
Residential and commercial leases hide costly provisions in standard language. Know what to look for before you commit.
Employment9 min
How to Negotiate Your Employment Contract
Most employment terms are negotiable if you know what to ask. A step-by-step guide to protecting yourself before day one.
SaaS & Technology7 min
What SaaS Terms of Service Really Say
The average person accepts 10+ terms of service per year without reading them. Here is what they usually contain.
Employment8 min
Contractor vs. Employee: What Your Contract Should Say
Misclassification can trigger tax penalties and lost benefits. How to make sure your contract matches your actual relationship.
Business9 min
8 Things Every Partnership Agreement Needs
Most business partnerships start with a handshake. Here is why that is a mistake and what your agreement should cover.
Contract Basics7 min
How to Exit a Contract Without Getting Burned
Every contract ends eventually. The termination clause determines whether that ending costs you money or sets you free.
Employment10 min
Are Non-Competes Enforceable in 2026?
Non-compete law is changing fast. A practical overview of where things stand and what it means for your next contract.
Business8 min
10 Vendor Agreement Clauses to Review
Vendor contracts govern your most important business relationships. Use this checklist to avoid common pitfalls.
Contract Basics7 min
How Much Does Contract Review Actually Cost?
Compare contract review costs across lawyers, legal platforms, AI tools, and DIY. A practical guide to choosing the right option for your situation.
Behind the Build12 min
How I Built a Multi-Agent AI Contract Analyzer
The architecture, engineering challenges, and benchmarks behind building a multi-agent AI contract analyzer as a solo developer side project.
AI & Legal Tech8 min
What 292 Contract Analyses Reveal About Risk
Drawing on analysis of 292 contracts sourced from a public legal research dataset, this post reveals the five riskiest clause types hiding in standard agreements.
Contract Basics7 min
Indemnification Clauses: What They Mean
Indemnification clauses shift risk between contract parties. Learn what hold harmless, duty to defend, and reimbursement mean for you.
Contract Basics6 min
Auto-Renewal Clauses: Spot Them Before They Cost You
Auto-renewal clauses silently extend contracts and lock you into unwanted terms. Learn the exact phrasing to spot and how to negotiate better.
AI & Legal Tech8 min
ChatGPT vs. BeforeJD for Contract Review
General-purpose chatbots hallucinate quotes and miss nuance. Here is why purpose-built contract analysis works better.
Business9 min
8 Red Flags in Consulting Agreements
Consulting agreements hide risks in scope, IP, liability, and payment terms. A clause-by-clause review guide.
AI & Legal Tech7 min
Why BeforeJD Uses Multiple AI Agents Instead of One
Multi-agent AI contract review catches risks that single-model tools miss. Learn why a council of specialized agents produces more reliable analysis.
Contract Basics9 min
How to Review an Insurance Policy Before Signing
Insurance policies are dense and confusing by design. A practical guide to understanding what you are actually covered for.
Real Estate8 min
Clauses to Negotiate Before Buying Real Estate
Real estate purchase contracts contain negotiable clauses that most buyers accept as-is. Know which terms to push back on before you close.