In a moment of anger, a person may send a message believing that it will end with the other party. Months or years later, they may find that same message before a court or arbitral tribunal as part of the case file.
 

Many people believe that everyday correspondence is merely a means of communication. In reality, however, an email, a WhatsApp conversation, or even a text message may become evidence relied upon to establish or disprove a right.
 

Therefore, do not write a message while you are angry. Do not make promises you cannot fulfill. And do not use phrases that may carry more than one meaning. The words you write today may be interpreted tomorrow in an entirely different legal context.
 

Professional correspondence is not merely a matter of refined communication; it is part of risk management. Every clear, precise, and respectful message may save its sender time, money, and a dispute that could have been avoided.
 

Before you press the send button, ask yourself a simple question:

Would I be comfortable if a judge or arbitrator read this message years from now?

If the answer is yes, send it. If it is no, rewrite it.