When someone breaks a promise in a contract, the first thing most people want to know is: What can I recover? That’s where our Wisconsin Breach of Contract Calculator comes in. It helps estimate how much you may be entitled to if another party doesn’t follow through on their side of an agreement.
Below, we’ll walk you through how the calculator works, what each input means, and how Wisconsin law treats breach of contract claims.
A breach of contract happens when one party fails to perform their obligations under a legally binding agreement. In Wisconsin, if the contract is valid and the other party broke it without a legal excuse, you may be entitled to money damages. These damages are designed to put you in the position you would have been in if the contract had been fulfilled.
Our calculator estimates how much you could recover based on a few key numbers:
(The full value of the agreement before the breach)
This is the amount both sides agreed to in the contract. If you were promised $50,000 for a job or service, that’s your total contract value.
(How much has already been paid or received under the contract)
If part of the contract has already been performed, enter that amount here. For example, if the other side already paid you $20,000, include that so you don’t double-count.
(Losses you were able to avoid or reduce)
Wisconsin law requires you to take reasonable steps to reduce your losses. For instance, if you found a new customer or vendor to replace the broken contract, you’ve mitigated your damages. Enter the amount you saved or recovered here.
(Costs that happened because of the breach)
These are extra losses caused by the breach. Common examples include lost profits, storage or delivery fees, replacement costs, and delays. If you had to spend more money or lost business because of the broken agreement, include that amount.
The output is your Estimated Total Recoverable Damages. This figure adds up your direct losses (what you didn’t receive), subtracts what’s already been paid or mitigated, and includes any incidental costs. It gives you a rough estimate of what you might be able to recover in a Wisconsin breach of contract claim.
Keep in mind, this calculator doesn’t account for every legal nuance—like liquidated damages clauses, specific performance, or punitive damages (which are rarely awarded in contract cases). It’s a starting point to help you understand the financial impact of the breach.
Wisconsin follows the general rule that contract damages should place the injured party in the position they would have been in if the contract had been performed. This means:
Contracts don’t have to be written to be enforceable in every case, but written agreements are easier to prove. And deadlines for filing a lawsuit (the statute of limitations) can apply, so timing matters.
If you’re dealing with a broken contract and want to know your options, we’re here to help. Our team at O’Flaherty Law can guide you through your legal rights and the best path forward.
Call us today or schedule a consultation to protect what’s rightfully yours.
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