My contract type: what do I need to know?

Here you'll find the most common questions about the contracts signed through the Ontop platform. We want to give you the key legal information you need.

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About your contract

• What should I do if I don't agree with a clause in the You Sign contract model? In this model, your client uses "Special Clauses" to adjust the contract. If you don't agree with something, you must contact your client and negotiate the changes directly with them, not with Ontop.

• What should I do if I don't agree with a clause in the We Sign contract model? In this case, communicate with our Support team. Our legal team will analyze your suggestions and, if feasible, will negotiate some changes to the contract.

• Which governing laws and jurisdiction apply? All contracts and disputes are governed by the law of the State of Delaware, USA. Disputes will be resolved exclusively in the courts of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

About your profile and documents

• Can an independent contractor be an individual? Yes, an independent contractor can be either an individual or a legal entity. However, having a legal entity provides higher protection, so it's the recommended option.

• What documents might be required when signing a contract? This depends on the country. Generally, documents are requested to verify your identity and tax compliance. The most common are: identification documents or passport, and tax identification number. For users in the U.S., tax forms such as W9, W-8BEN, W-8BEN-E, and 1099 may also be requested.

Contract Termination

• Do I need to be notified when my contract is terminated? With Ontop, the notice period for contract termination depends on your contract type:
  - Ontop Sign Contracts: If the termination is without cause, you must give at least 15 days' notice. The notification will be sent to you automatically.
  - You Sign Contracts: These are custom contracts, and the notice period may vary, but they must be closed from within the platform.
  - Contractor Pro Contracts: No notice period is required, as you will be notified automatically of the termination.

Legal Notice

This document is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered legal advice. We suggest you seek the opinion of your own legal team or accountants. By using the platform, you agree that this information is not a legal order or advice and you will not hold Ontop responsible for any interpretation you make of it.