For each risk, we explain why it may be a problem and what safer wording could look like.
Critical risk
What it means
A penalty may apply even to a minor breach that causes the other party no actual loss.
A safer approach
The penalty applies only to a material breach that remains uncorrected after written notice.
Medium risk
What it means
The contract may continue even when you expected it to end.
A safer approach
Renewal takes place only after advance notice and with an opportunity to decline.
Medium risk
What it means
For a phone plan, internet, energy or subscription, it may be unclear how much you will pay if you leave.
A safer approach
The termination fee is clearly explained in advance, proportionate and does not apply when rejecting a unilateral price change.
Critical risk
What it means
The supplier may bear disproportionate risk even for indirect or hard-to-prove losses.
A safer approach
Liability is subject to a fair limit and applies to demonstrable loss.
Medium risk
What it means
The landlord may have no clear deadline or rules for returning the money.
A safer approach
The deposit is returned within a specified period after the property is handed over and outstanding obligations are settled.
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