Bonus Clause

/ˈboʊ.nəs klɔːz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contractual provision granting an additional payment, usually contingent on meeting specified performance criteria.
    The employment contract included a bonus clause rewarding sales targets.

Forms

  • bonus clauses

Commentary

Bonus clauses must explicitly define performance metrics to avoid disputes over entitlement.

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