Scope Creep

The gradual expansion of deliverables beyond the original agreement in a barter exchange. When one party overdelivers without renegotiating terms, they may seek recovery through unjust enrichment or quantum meruit doctrines. Barter agreements should include explicit scope definitions, change-order procedures, and a percentage threshold (typically 5-10%) above which formal renegotiation is required.

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