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Asked on Dec 20, 2024

Can a brand ambassador terminate a Brand Ambassador Agreement if they are not receiving the agreed-upon compensation?

I have been working as a brand ambassador for a company for the past six months, promoting their products on social media and attending events on their behalf. However, I have recently noticed that I am not receiving the compensation outlined in the Brand Ambassador Agreement we signed at the beginning of our partnership. Despite several attempts to address this issue with the company, they have not taken any action to rectify the situation. I am now considering terminating the agreement, but I want to know if I have the legal right to do so in these circumstances.

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Hello! My name is Dolan and thanks for coming to contractscounsel.com. The short answer? PROBABLY. Generally, the terms of the agreement will outline what it is you can do if you aren't receiving the outlined compensation. If the agreement is silent on this, then the law generally doesn't automatically terminate the agreement; however, you can suspend your performance until you are paid and demand the money that you be paid here. To cover your bases, it’s smart to send the company a written notice explaining that they’ve breached the agreement by not paying you and stating that you’re terminating the contract as a result. This puts everything on record in case they try to dispute it later. If you’re not sure about the specific legal details, consulting with one of us here would be a good idea to ensure your termination is legally airtight. We can review the agreement for you and let you know your options. Best of luck!

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