Law — Contracts

Withdrawal from a contract — deadlines and rules

Check deadlines for withdrawal from a contract, including distance contracts. We explain counting rules and common mistakes.

Deposit vs cancellation fee — rules and consequences

What differs between a deposit and cancellation fee, and how to record it in a contract.

Preliminary contract — rules, form and consequences

Preliminary contract explained: required elements, when a notarial form is safer, and consequences of non-performance.

Contractual penalty – what it is and when it applies

Learn what a contractual penalty is under Polish law, when it is due, how it is calculated and how limitation/offset works.

Contractual penalty for delay and default – how to calculate

When is a penalty for delay or default due, how to calculate it and which clauses matter most.

Contractual penalty for contract withdrawal – when and how much

When a penalty for withdrawal or termination is valid, how it is calculated and when it can be challenged.

Contractual penalty in mandate and task contracts – when it works

Check when a penalty in mandate (zlecenie) or task (dzieło) contracts is enforceable and which clauses matter.

Enforcement costs — who pays and how much

We explain enforcement costs: who pays, what fees apply, key deadlines, and common scenarios.