A penalty clause is a provision in a contract that imposes a monetary or other punishment on a party for failing to fulfill specific terms of the agreement. These clauses are typically designed to deter breach of contract and to encourage parties to perform their obligations as agreed.
(2) The Contractual Penalty shall in any case be credited against any damage claims the Company may raise vis-à-vis the Consultant in connection with a breach of the Consultant's duties under the Consultancy Contract.
How to Draft an Enforceable Penalty Clause? Make sure there is a legitimate interest that is proportionate to the enforcement of the main obligation by the innocent party. Consider whether the penalty clause has an actual pre-estimation of loss. Avoid making the penalty extravagant or unconscionable.
Examples include confidentiality, liability, and termination clauses, all of which serve to protect parties' interests and provide a framework for resolving potential disputes.
When writing a penalty clause, consider the following steps: Clear Identification: Explicitly state which obligations or deadlines the penalty clause applies to. Specific Penalty Amounts: Specify the exact monetary penalty that will be imposed for each failure to meet an obligation or deadline.
While liquidated damages clauses are generally enforceable, courts do not enforce penalty clauses.
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A penalty clause is a clause in a construction contract by which a contractor is assessed a monetary penalty, usually on a daily basis, for delay in the completion of a project.