Legal risk placement is a term used to describe the process by which a company or business evaluates and identifies risks associated with its operations, activities or assets, and then assigns control measures to reduce the likelihood of legal risk. In essence, it’s the legal equivalent of risk management.
The process of legal risk placement includes looking at a company’s operations from a legal perspective and examining the potential risks they may face from legal processes, transactions, contracts, and other sources. A company may need to assess their potential liability, the cost of liability, and the resources needed to manage and mitigate the risk. Depending on the size and nature of the organization and its operations, this process can be highly complex.
Once the risks have been identified, a company must determine the best way to manage and control these risks. This process typically involves some combination of insurance, contracts, due diligence, and other forms of risk management. For example, a company may identify potential risks emanating from its contracts with suppliers and customers and then purchase insurance to protect itself against any potential liabilities. Similarly, a company may perform due diligence on prospective partners or customers it intends to enter into a contract with in order to reduce the risk of any potential legal issues.
Legal risk placement can be a difficult process to navigate, but its importance cannot be understated. A company must ensure that it is taking all the necessary steps to protect itself legally and minimizing its potential for exposure to legal risks. By making sure that the appropriate controls and risk management measures are in place, a company can dramatically reduce its potential of legal risks and ensure its continued operations.