Contract Glossary
Amendment
Definition
An amendment changes the existing terms of a contract. You're not adding new stuff — you're rewriting what's already there. A pay raise, a shifted deadline, a new pricing structure — those are amendments.
In Practice
Your lease says rent is $2,200/month. Your landlord agrees to drop it to $1,900/month if you extend for another year. You draft an amendment that changes the rent amount and the end date. Both of you sign it. The rest of the lease stays the same — only the amended terms change.
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Frequently asked questions about amendment
It depends on the contract. Many contracts have a 'no oral modifications' clause that requires all changes to be in writing. Even without that clause, proving a verbal amendment in court is an uphill battle. Get it in writing — always.
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