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Live Q+A with Tom Carpenter on Terms and Conditions

Tom Carpenter of Carpenter Law Office joins us to talk about some of the most important topics of running a travel business. In this session, we dive into: Errors & Omissions Insurance Terms & Conditions Client Agreement Good workflow and technology tools Credit card authorization Summary Tom Carpenter, a travel agency owner, travel advisor, and attorney representing clients in the travel and tourism industry, walks us through the most critical legal and operational safeguards every travel advisor needs. He covers E&O insurance, how to craft airtight terms and conditions, why client agreements matter, and how to handle credit card authorizations the right way. Tom also shares real-life examples and legal insights, and answers attendee questions throughout the session. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping 02:57 Tom Carpenter's Background and Disclaimers 05:15 Importance of Managing Legal Risk in the Travel Industry 08:18 Errors & Omissions Insurance 13:33 Terms & Conditions Documents 29:50 Client Agreements and Workflows 41:43 Credit Card Authorizations 47:54 Using Technology Tools like Tern for Compliance Errors & Omissions Insurance E&O insurance protects you when a client claims professional negligence. Tom recommends a minimum of $1 million in coverage, more if you have a large book of business. If you are a hosted advisor, get your own policy on top of your host agency's coverage. Terms & Conditions A generic template will not cut it. Your T&Cs need to be customized to your business and should include legally required disclosures, a clear description of your role as an agent, cancellation and refund policies, limitations on liability, and force majeure clauses. Most importantly, your clients need to actually agree to them. Client Agreements Tom recommends using a separate client agreement form that captures your client's consent to your T&Cs, your fees, and your insurance recommendations. Keep the workflow simple and linear so nothing gets skipped. Credit Card Authorizations Credit card companies now require agencies to disclose cancellation and refund policies at the point of charge and get explicit authorization for them. Each authorization should include the date, amount, supplier, and product. Technology Tools Tom highlights how tools like Tern can help streamline client agreements, credit card authorizations, and compliance workflows, reducing manual steps and human error. This session is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or establish an attorney-client relationship.