Cost-Effective And Efficient Resolutions To Contract Disputes

For more than 30 years, the Rancho Cucamonga law firm of Brown & Brown has represented clients in business litigation. Our firm’s experience ranges from disputes involving straightforward breach of contract claims to complex litigation involving multiple parties, cross-claims, counterclaims and joint claims.

In every case, our goal is to protect clients’ interests and achieve their goals, in an efficient and cost-effective matter.

Brown & Brown has the experience, skills and resources to handle all types of business litigation cases. The firm represents clients in disputes involving:

• Sales contracts
• Distribution agreements
• Shareholder disputes
• Purchase and sale of real estate
• Landlord/tenant disputes
• Construction litigation
• Employment contracts
• Other types of commercial litigation

Contact Brown & Brown for a free initial consultation with an experienced Rancho Cucamonga contract dispute attorney. Se habla español.

Thorough Case Preparation ~ Aggressive Advocacy

The attorneys at Brown & Brown will carefully review all aspects of your case, developing an appropriate legal strategy. They will explain the possible outcomes of that strategy and the costs of representation. You will have a clear understanding of the legal, financial and practical considerations in your case. We will aggressively pursue results for you at all stages of the legal process.

What Is A Breach Of Contract In California?

A breach of contract involves a party failing to perform a duty required under the agreement. California recognizes written and oral contracts, but each must contain essential elements to be enforceable.

A valid contract generally requires an offer, acceptance, consideration and terms clear enough for a court to determine what each party agreed to do. When these components are missing, the dispute may shift toward whether a contract existed rather than whether it was breached.

A minor breach involves a deviation that does not defeat the agreement’s overall purpose. A material breach undermines the core benefit the nonbreaching party expected to receive.

Courts evaluate the nature of the breach, the extent of the harm and whether the parties can still achieve the contract’s intended outcome.

What Remedies Are Available For Breach Of Contract Claims?

California law provides several remedies designed to address the harm caused by a breach and restore fairness between the parties. The appropriate remedy depends on the type of contract, the severity of the breach and the losses suffered.

• Damages provide monetary compensation for losses the nonbreaching party suffered as a direct result of the breach.
• Specific performance requires the breaching party to fulfill its contractual obligations when monetary compensation would be inadequate.
• Rescission cancels the contract and returns both parties to their precontract positions.
• Reformation allows a court to revise the contract so it reflects the parties’ true intent when a mistake or ambiguity has distorted the written terms.

These remedies give parties meaningful tools to address financial and practical consequences when an agreement breaks down.

What Defenses Can Be Raised To A Breach Of Contract Claim?

A party accused of breaching a contract may raise several defenses that challenge the validity or enforceability of the agreement:

• The California Statute of Frauds requires certain contracts (sale of real property, some surety agreement, etc.) to be in writing to be enforceable.
• The “mistake” doctrine may apply when both parties misunderstood a fundamental fact at the time of contracting.
• A claim of duress can involve wrongful pressure that deprived a party of free will during a contract’s formation.
• Undue influence issues arise when one party uses an unfair advantage to secure an agreement.
• Impossibility or impracticability may excuse a party from performance when unforeseen events make fulfillment impossible or excessively burdensome.

These defenses can help ensure parties are not held to agreements formed or breached under unfair or legally defective circumstances.

We Want To Be Your Inland Empire Contract Litigation Attorneys

We know that litigation can be costly, and we are committed to resolving your contract matter as quickly and economically as possible. Whenever possible, our attorneys seek positive results through alternative means, including negotiation, mediation or arbitration. We will help you explore you options and recommend your best course of action.

Whether it involves a real estate dispute, a shareholder dispute or another matter, you can depend on Brown & Brown for aggressive, results-oriented representation.

Contact Us Today For A Free Consultation

For a free initial consultation with a lawyer about a commercial dispute, contact Brown & Brown in Rancho Cucamonga, California, by calling 1-800-349-8418 or by completing a brief online form.