The written contract may say one thing, but months or years of doing business differently can complicate the dispute. Business relationships do not always operate exactly as written in contracts. A contract may require payment within 30 days, but one party routinely accepts payment after 60. An agreement may require written approval before additional […]
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Can Your Business Recover Lost Profits After a Breach of Contract?
The value of a contract lawsuit may extend far beyond the amount of an unpaid invoice. When one company breaches a contract, the financial consequences for the other business may extend beyond the money immediately owed under the agreement. A supplier’s failure to deliver critical materials may prevent a company from completing orders for its […]
Can Your Business Terminate a Contract After the Other Side Breaches It?
A breach may give your business the right to terminate a contract. But ending the relationship in the wrong manner can create a second dispute. When another company breaches an important business agreement, continuing the relationship may no longer make sense. A vendor may repeatedly fail to deliver, or a customer may stop making required […]
The Other Side Breached the Contract. Can Your Business Stop Performing?
When the other side breaks the deal, your business cannot always just walk away. A business contract usually creates obligations for both sides. One party may be required to provide services, deliver goods, meet certain deadlines, or complete specified work. The contract may require the other side to make payments, provide information, approve deliverables, or […]
When Does Poor Performance Become a Breach of Contract?
Not every disappointing result is a lawsuit, but some failures cross the legal line. Every business has experienced the frustration of working with a vendor, contractor, consultant, or service provider that did not meet expectations. A project runs over budget, misses deadlines, communication deteriorates, or the final product falls short of expectations. While these situations […]
What Can Your Business Do When a Service Provider Fails to Deliver What Was Promised?
When a service provider materially fails to perform its contractual obligations, your business may have legal remedies.
What Happens When a Business Partner Stops Pulling Their Weight?
Equal ownership does not always mean equal effort. Many businesses begin with partners who share a common vision and a commitment to building something together. Over time, however, those contributions can become uneven. One partner may continue working long hours, bringing in clients, and managing day-to-day operations, while the other contributes significantly less or stops […]
Can You Obtain Documents From Someone Who Is Not a Party to the Lawsuit?
Some of the most valuable documents in a business lawsuit are often in the possession of third parties, such as banks, accountants, vendors, customers, technology providers, or former employees. Used strategically, third-party discovery can fill evidentiary gaps, corroborate key facts, and significantly influence the outcome of a case.