One Clause, Countless Consequences: What US Businesses Must Know Before Signing Contracts With Indian Partners
A single overlooked provision buried deep in a contract can transform a promising India partnership into a prolonged legal ordeal. American entrepreneurs negotiating with Indian vendors, service providers, and joint venture partners frequently underestimate how jurisdiction and dispute resolution clauses operate under Indian law—and the financial consequences can be severe. This article examines where these agreements go wrong and what US businesses should demand before putting pen to paper.