The Essentials of Indemnity Clauses: Protecting Your Interests – Оксана Кіріяк
Про основи положень про відшкодування розповіла кандидат юридичних наук, доцент Чернівецький національний університет імені Юрія Федьковича Оксана Кіріяк під час заходу з підвищення кваліфікації адвокатів, що відбувся у Вищій школі адвокатури НААУ.
Кіріяк Оксана
11.10.2024

Лектор докладно проаналізувала разом з учасниками основи положень про відшкодування, а саме:

 

1. Introduction to Indemnity Clauses

Вступ до положень про відшкодування

2. Key Elements of Indemnity Clauses

Ключові елементи положень про відшкодування

3. Drafting and Negotiating Indemnity Clauses

Складання та узгодження положень про відшкодування

4. Risk Management and Legal Considerations

Управління ризиками та юридичні міркування

 

У рамках характеристики положень про відшкодування акцентовано на наступному:

 

1. Introduction to Indemnity Clauses

 

An indemnity clause is a contractual provision in which one party agrees to compensate the other for any losses or damages incurred.

 

This clause is designed to transfer risk between the parties, ensuring that the indemnified party is protected from specific liabilities or claims that may arise during the performance of the contract.

 

  • Indemnity clauses are crucial components of many contracts, designed to allocate risk and liability between parties.

  • By agreeing to an indemnity clause, one party promises to compensate the other for specific losses or damages that may occur during the execution of the contract.

  • This ensures that potential risks are managed and that the indemnified party is safeguarded against unforeseen liabilities, fostering a more secure and predictable contractual relationship.

 

2. Key Elements of Indemnity Clauses

 

Key Contractual Parties: Roles and Responsibilities

 

  • The suffered party - The individual or entity that experiences harm, loss, or injury due to the actions of another.

 

  • The vreaching party - The individual or entity that fails to fulfill their obligations or violates the terms of a contract.

 

  • The counterparty - The other party involved in a contract or agreement, often referring to the opposing side in a transaction or negotiation.

 

Counterparts vs. Counterparty:

 

  1. Counterpart refers to the identical copies of a legal document signed by different parties, each holding one version as equally valid. For instance, this contract should be executed in 2 counterparts.

 

  1. Counterparty is the opposing party in a contract or agreement with whom one negotiates or transacts. For example, the counterparty failed to fulfill its contractual obligations, leading to a dispute over payment terms.



Main Parties in Indemnity Clauses:

 

The main party in indemnity clauses is typically referred to as the "indemnitor," who agrees to compensate or protect the other party, known as the "indemnitee," against specified losses or liabilities.

 

  1. Key Lexical Constructions in Indemnity Clauses:

 

  • Hold Harmless: This construction means that one party agrees not to hold the other party responsible for any loss, damage, or legal liability.

 

  • Indemnify and Defend: This phrase means that one party agrees to compensate the other party for any losses or damages and also to defend them against any legal claims or lawsuits.

 

  • Notwithstanding Any Other Provision: This construction signifies that the indemnity clause will apply regardless of any other clauses in the contract, ensuring its precedence and enforceability over other potentially conflicting provisions.

 

  1. Essential Components of Indemnity Clauses:

 

  1. Scope of Indemnity

Defines what specific losses, damages, or liabilities are covered under the indemnity clause.

 

  1. Parties to be Indemnified

 

Identifies who will be protected by the indemnity clause, which can include not just the contracting parties but also third parties such as employees or subcontractors.

 

  1. Triggering Events

 

Specifies the conditions or events that will activate the indemnity clause, such as breaches of contract, negligence, or specific acts or omissions.

 

  1. Limitations and Exclusions

 

Details any limitations on the indemnity, such as caps on the amount to be indemnified or exclusions for certain types of damages or situations.

 

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