Category Archives: Breach of Contract
Mistakes You Shouldn’t Make, Even if You Didn’t Breach a Contract
Lets say there is a contract and the other side breached or is breaching the agreement. Seems to be a pretty open and shut case. But you’d be surprised how easy it is for a non-breaching party to make crucial mistakes that could risk being able to sue or recover in a subsequent breach… Read More »
Defendant Seeks Dismissal of Florida Company’s $30 Million Breach of Contract Lawsuit
According to a report from Juneau Empire, the defendant in a breach of contract lawsuit that was brought by a Florida company has filed a motion to dismiss. Goldbelt Inc—a Native American owned company in Alaska—argues that a supposed oral contract with the Martin County-based iRemedy Healthcare Inc. is unenforceable. Within this blog post,… Read More »
Three Key Limitations on Damages in Breach of Contract Claims in Florida
Through a breach of contract claim in Florida, a non-breaching party can pursue financial compensation for its damages. At Pike & Lustig, LLP, we represent both plaintiffs and defendants in breach of contract cases. Our commercial law firm helps clients navigate breach of contract disputes. Here, our Miami breach of contract attorney highlights three… Read More »
Federal Appeals Court Rules in Favor of NBA Star Zion Williamson in Contract Dispute With Florida-Based Agent
On May 7th, 2024, News Observer reported that a federal appellate court has ruled in favor of NBA star Zion Williamson in a five-year long breach of contract case. The court determined that Mr. Williamson is not liable for breaching a contract with a Florida-based agent because that alleged agreement was never valid in… Read More »
Anchors Aweigh: Legal Issues Surfacing in South Florida’s Yacht Industry
Jesse Fulton, Attorney Broker disputes are now extending from the real estate industry into South Florida’s $12 billion yacht industry. The recent lawsuits contend that the mandatory 10% sales commission in South Florida’s yacht sector are anticompetitive and violate antitrust laws. According to the two recently filed complaints, yacht sellers are forced to pay… Read More »
Can You Defend a Breach of Contract on the Grounds that Other Party Did Not Suffer Damages?
Is your company facing allegations of breach of contract? A proactive approach is a must. You do not want to fall behind your counterparty. Facing a breach of contract claim is stressful and frustrating—especially so if you are convinced that the other party suffered no actual harm. This raises an important question: Can you… Read More »
Considerations for Negotiating a Breach of Contract Settlement in Florida
A breach of contract case will not always end up in court. Quite the contrary, parties often have options available to settle a breach of contract case. Whether you are the alleged breacher or the non-breaching party, there are many potential benefits that can come with a settlement. Here, our Miami breach of contract… Read More »
Breach of Contract Claims in Florida: What are Incidental Damages?
Through a breach of contract claim, the non-breaching party has the right to seek financial compensation for their damages. In Florida, a number of different types of damages may potentially be recoverable through a breach of contract claim. Incidental damages are one remedy in a contract dispute. Here, our Miami business litigation attorneys explain… Read More »
Five Affirmative Defenses to a Breach of Contract Claim in Florida
Is your company facing a lawsuit for a breach of contract in Florida? You have the right to raise a defense. Of course, one of the most straightforward defenses is that no breach ever occurred. There are other defenses that can be raised as well—including affirmative defenses that acknowledge that the contract was not… Read More »
Navigating Breach of Contract Claims: Essential Steps for Business Owners
A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations as stated in a legally binding agreement or contract. It essentially means that one party has not performed the duties or promises outlined in the contract. Navigating breach of contract claims can be a complex process for business owners. It is… Read More »