The Big Wedding Planning Podcast

#398 WTF is Force Majeure? Understanding Your Contracts

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An episode packed with insights to make you feel like a contract guru. Whether you're negotiating with a caterer or deciphering a DJ's terms, you will be equipped with the knowledge to tackle those contracts with confidence.

This is an episode for those of you in the Middle Phase of Planning. 

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    • Topics We Covered

    • Legal terminology in plain English
    • Why are contracts so long?
    • What does Indemnity mean?
    • Why can vendors keep the deposit / retainer?
    • What’s the difference between a deposit and retainer?
    • Let’s break down Liability
    • Right to use photos / video
    • What does Force Majeure mean? 
    • Cancellation and rescheduling
    • Who signs it if we are not paying? 
    • 2 types of Insurance you need for your wedding


      • About Our Guests

      KUNBI ODUBOGUN, ESQ. (SHE/HER) — CO-FOUNDER AND PARTNER

      Kunbi Odubogun is a business attorney, speaker, and digital media expert with over 12 years experience in the creative and legal industries. 


      LEAH WEINBERG, ESQ. (SHE/HER) — CO-FOUNDER AND PARTNER

      Leah Weinberg is an attorney, a recovering wedding planner, and the author of The Wedding Roller Coaster.


      Links We Referenced

      Leah on IG 

      Kunbi on IG 

      Oduberg Law on IG

      https://perfete.com/

      https://legallyset.com/


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