Broad claim scope
Review whether indemnity covers all claims related to services or only claims caused by your breach or negligence.
indemnity clause review
Indemnity clause review for freelancers
Indemnity clauses can make you responsible for claims, losses, and defense costs. Signoti helps freelancers and contractors identify broad indemnity language before signing.
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Common risks
What to review before you sign
These are business issues Signoti can help organize into plain-English flags and questions.
Defense costs
Check whether you must defend the client immediately, before fault is determined.
Client-caused issues
Look for language that makes you responsible even when the client contributed to the problem.
No liability cap
Identify whether indemnity sits outside the liability cap or creates unlimited exposure.
Example
Example indemnity clause flag
FAQ
Questions about this review
What does indemnity mean?
In simple terms, it can mean one party must cover certain claims, losses, damages, or defense costs for another party.
Is indemnity always bad?
No. Narrow indemnity can be normal. Broad, uncapped, or client-fault indemnity deserves careful review.
Can Signoti tell if indemnity is enforceable?
No. It can flag risk and questions, but enforceability depends on law and facts.
Indemnity can create serious financial exposure. A qualified lawyer should review broad or uncapped indemnity before you sign.
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