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>unless paid in full and on time - all IP belongs to you I did not know this had to be explicit. So even if unpaid or partially paid, your work can still legal
by TomMckenny 8y ago
>unless paid in full and on time - all IP belongs to you
I did not know this had to be explicit. So even if unpaid or partially paid, your work can still legal belong to the commissioning party?
- rlue 8y agoNote the conditions: in full and _on time._ It seems the implication here is that the contractor has a rather severe and enforceable penalty for not receiving payment on time, which also makes it easier to collect a late fee. You may not always choose to exercise this option, but having it in your back pocket can deter some sketchy behavior on a client's part. If you don't have it in writing, the case or settlement may take longer to resolve, which means you'll have to cough up more in lawyer's fees, which means the client may be more willing to bet you won't pursue legal action.
- gesman 8y agoWith that said - in many cases lawyers from the other side would fight to remove "AND ON TIME" wording. Which is somewhat OK (delays do happens), but "IN FULL" should be firm and present.