precontractual

Two people shaking hands in front of a large clock
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Two people shaking hands in front of a large clock

The proposed image is a mnemonic image of two people shaking hands in front of a large clock, symbolizing the precontractual period which occurs prior to the formation of a contract. The clock emphasizes the time-sensitive nature of this stage, while the handshake represents the negotiation and discussions between the parties.

  1. adj
    1. Prior to the formation of a contract.
      • It might, for instance, rely on statements during the precontractual negotiations of the parties.
      • If the vendor expresses doubts about the reliability of the customer or does not engage with full enthusiasm in the precontractual discussions, the customer could provide some evidence of its fairness.
      • The precontractual period is the time for making moral commitments clear.
Derived from contractual