Termination Clause
In plain English
The termination clause spells out exactly how either side can end the contract — and what happens if they do.
Full definition
A termination clause defines the conditions, notice period, and consequences under which either party can end the agreement before the natural end of the term. Standard categories are termination for cause (a breach not cured within a set window), termination for convenience (either party can walk for any reason after notice), and automatic termination (e.g., on death, disability, or loss of NCAA eligibility). The clause should specify: notice requirements (written, with how many days), cure period (typically 10–30 days), survival of obligations (confidentiality, indemnity, payment for delivered work), and the treatment of pro-rated compensation. Athletes should read this clause first — it is the single biggest predictor of how much pain a bad deal can cause.
What it looks like in a contract
Either party may terminate this Agreement upon thirty (30) days' prior written notice if the other party materially breaches any provision of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within fifteen (15) days after receiving written notice thereof.
Synthesised from common contract patterns. Not lifted from any specific real contract.
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Termination for Cause
Termination for cause lets one side end the contract because the other side breached it — usually after a notice and cure window.
Termination for Convenience
Termination for convenience lets one side end the contract for any reason — no breach required — usually with notice.
Cure Period
A cure period is the time you get to fix a breach before the other side can terminate the contract.
Notice Period
The notice period is how much advance warning the contract requires before one side can take a major action — usually termination.