Tips For Enforcing Carve-Out or “Bad Boy” Guaranties

Drafting effective carve-out or “bad boy” guaranties—especially in Illinois or similar jurisdictions—requires a careful balance between lender protection and guarantor fairness. Here are some nuanced tips to help you structure them strategically: Start with precise definitions. Avoid vague terms like “waste” or “bad acts” unless they’re clearly defined. Courts have interpreted ambiguous carve-outs as triggers […]