A breach of contract is a failure by a party to perform its obligations under a contract without a legitimate legal excuse. The consequences of a breach of contract depend on the terms of the contract and the laws of the state which govern the contract. Generally, the non-breaching party may be entitled foreseeable damages directly caused by the breach or the breaching party could be court ordered to specifically perform their obligations under the contract.

A New York Business Lawyer can help you when it comes to several breach of contract situations.

  • If you believe that you have suffered a breach of contract and you want to pursue legal action to recover damages or obtain other remedies.
  • If you have been accused of breaching a contract and need to defend yourself against these allegations.
  • If you are negotiating a contract and you want to ensure that your rights and interests are protected.
  • If you are drafting a contract and you want to ensure that it is legally enforceable.

If you believe that you have suffered a breach of contract, you should consult a NY Business Attorney to determine your legal rights and options.

A New York Business Lawyer can help you with several types of breaches of contract, including:

  • Material breach: This is a failure of a party to perform its material obligations under a contract or perhaps a chronic and material failure to perform other obligations under the contract. A material breach may entitle the non-breaching party to discontinue performance of its obligations.
  • Minor breach: This is a failure of a party to perform its non-material obligations under the contract. A minor breach may or may not entitle the non-breaching party to discontinue performing its obligations under the contract.
  • Anticipatory breach: This occurs when one party to the contract indicates that it will not or cannot perform its obligations under the contract. This may give the non-breaching party the option to treat the contract as if it had been breached and seek damages or other remedies.
  • Constructive breach: This occurs when one party to the contract renders it impossible for the other party to perform their obligations under the contract.

You should consult with a New York Business Lawyer to review the terms of your business contract to understand your rights and obligations under your contract or a potential breach of contract. An experienced NY Business Attorney can help you understand your rights and options, and provide guidance on the best course of action.

If you have any questions or need legal advice about a breach of contract, contact an experienced New York Business Lawyer at 212-688-8944 for a no fee, no obligation initial telephone consultation.

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