Every day, millions of people sign contracts they do not fully understand. Legal language is deliberately complex, filled with jargon, cross-references, and nested clauses designed to protect institutions — not individuals.
Hiring a lawyer to review a rental agreement or freelance contract costs $200-500/hour — far more than most people can afford for everyday documents. This creates a dangerous information gap where people sign binding agreements without truly knowing what they are agreeing to.
The problem is even worse for non-native speakers. Immigrants, expats, and international workers face contracts in unfamiliar languages, making an already confusing situation nearly impossible. They are forced to choose between expensive professional help, risky guesswork, or simply not signing at all.