The purpose of this paper is to explore the systemic issues of ambiguity, complexity, and contradiction in legal contracts, and how these flaws have led to significant legal disputes, operational inefficiencies, and financial losses. Through an in-depth analysis of case studies and legal precedents, this paper advocates for a shift towards plain language in legal drafting. In the practice of law and procurement, the precision and clarity of contract language are critical. Ambiguities and complexities within legal documents frequently precipitate expensive disputes, project delays, and undermine the integrity of agreements. This paper delves into these prevalent challenges by analyzing real-world cases, prominently featuring Codelfa Construction Pty Ltd v State Rail Authority of New South Wales (1982) to illustrate the significant legal complications arising from unclear contractual terms. It underscores the adverse impacts of legal jargon and antiquated drafting methods that often exclude non-legal stakeholders and engender contractual inconsistencies. Advocating for a paradigm shift, this study promotes the adoption of plain language in legal documents alongside the implementation of advanced, AI-driven tools that can enhance ambiguity detection and resolution capabilities. The integration of such innovations is portrayed as essential for fostering more transparent and accessible legal drafting practices. The transition advocated by this paper aims to minimize legal disputes, protect the interests of all contractual parties, and ensure that contracts fulfill their intended roles effectively. Ultimately, this shift is envisioned to not only improve the clarity and enforceability of legal agreements but also to promote a culture of precision and mutual understanding in legal communications. The tool used by the author in this research, STRATETGEN ANALYTICS, was developed over five years by the author himself. Additionally, the author employed other tools that is covered under methodology. The author’s deep understanding of language and its nuances can be reviewed in his publication in the Open Journal of Modern Linguistics titled “Unraveling Speech Styles through Linguistic Analysis: Insights from Academic Perspectives.”
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