In the first 10 months of 2020, there were more than 700 contract-related civil cases filed in the State of Colorado.
Perhaps a supplier to your business isn’t abiding by your contract. Maybe you’re having a dispute about an insurance policy or real estate transaction. It’s extremely frustrating when others don’t honor their end of a bargain. And sometimes, that breach can have devastating financial consequences.
At Landry Law, P.C., we help clients in Lone Tree, Trinidad, and Denver, Colorado whose lives and livelihoods are threatened by a breach of contract. We help hold others accountable for failing to honor an agreement.
People sign contracts frequently, such as leases, when registering a product to activate a warranty, or even by clicking the box to accept the terms and conditions of a website.
Common contracts include:
Unfortunately, contracts are too often breached and result in a dispute which may be a:
Regardless of the type of contract or reason of dispute, when a breach in the terms of the agreement has occurred, a resolution and compensation may be pursued.
In a breach of contract action, the plaintiff must prove that a contract existed, that the other party breached a duty required by the contract, and that the breach of duty resulted in damages.
Compensation for a breach of contract may include:
Defenses for breach of contract are “affirmative,” meaning the wrongdoers must prove their defense. They don’t dispute that they didn’t honor a contract, only that circumstances rendered terms of the contract moot.
Common defenses include:
CONTRACT DISPUTE RESOLUTION OPTIONS
While a contract dispute can be presented in a civil court, other options for resolution include:
Even when entered into with the best intentions, contracts aren’t always written clearly, fairly, or even legally. This makes breach of contract cases complicated. Whatever method you choose to try to obtain compensation for your damages, consulting with an experienced business attorney is crucial to navigate key decisions and protect your best interests.
Using our experience, we’ll assess your case and help you fight for justice and fair compensation. We have the experience and resources necessary to guide you through the process.
At Landry Law, P.C., we understand the sometimes devastating consequences our clients endure when someone fails to hold up their end of a contract. If you’ve suffered damages because someone breached an agreement, large or small, we’re here to help. Call our office today to schedule a free consultation. We are proud to serve clients in Lone Tree and Trinidad, Colorado as well as surrounding communities including Denver, Douglas County, Castle Pines, and Castle Rock.