Making English Better
Clear Contracts in English: (2) “Shall” for contractual promises
In this second article of our Clear Contracts series, we explore the use (and misuse) of “shall” by contrasting it with other contractual verb forms. We also examine “shall” in translation, with a look at how its specific function is conveyed (or not conveyed) in Spanish, Italian and Czech.
Clear Contracts in English: (1) Keep sentences brief
In the first of our tips for drafting and translating contracts in English, we look at how writing in long sentences affects how readers understand your contracts. Specifically, we’ll analyse two examples from the Czech Republic and Spain that should be approached with care when targeting international and native English speaking audiences.
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