UCC Battle of the Forms: How to Minimize Contractual Disputes Using Sales Order Acknowledgments

摘要

The "battle of the forms" is a concept that all parties who enter into contracts for the sale of goods should familiarize themselves with. It refers to the fact that most commercial sales transactions are not covered by a signed contract, but rather by the exchange of "boilerplate" forms, which often remain unread - until there is a dispute. This article discusses the benefits of using sales order acknowledgments to minimize the likelihood of sales contract disputes.