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A contractor asks a subcontractor to sign away its right to prompt payment interest at the time the subcontract is executed. Is that effective?

Correct Answer

C) No, the right may not be waived before a payment is due

Section 715.12(6)(d) provides that an obligee may not waive the right to receive interest before a payment is due under a covered contract, but may waive interest on a late payment on or after the date that payment is due. The timing of the waiver, not its form, is what decides.

Answer Options
A
Yes, if the waiver is conspicuous and separately signed
B
No, the right may never be waived at any time
C
No, the right may not be waived before a payment is due
D
Yes, the parties being free to allocate the risk by contract

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Section 715.12(6)(d) provides that an obligee may not waive the right to receive interest before a payment is due under a covered contract, but may waive interest on a late payment on or after the date that payment is due. The timing of the waiver, not its form, is what decides.

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