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In Illinois, a breach of contract case usually comes down to proving a contract was in place, a party didn't live up to their end of the deal, and the other side got hurt as a result. When a contract goes wrong, it can involve just about anything - from written contracts to oral agreements, leases, purchases, service deals, work contracts, employment contracts and all sorts of business dealings.
Some of the most common headaches that arise with contracts include people not paying on time, missing deadlines, not delivering what was promised, shoddy work, contracts that are just too vague, people pulling out of the deal early, and just plain old disagreements about what the contract says the other party is supposed to do. Depending on the specifics, a party might be looking for money to make up for the loss, to make the other side live up to the contract, to tear the whole deal apart, or something else entirely. Which way to go depends on what the contract says, what kind of evidence you have, how much money is at stake, and what you hope to get out of it.
Contract disputes can easily spiral out of control if you let them go too long without getting professional help. A good lawyer can help you get a handle on the contract, make sure you're not losing any vital evidence, figure out just how much damage you may be owed, and decide whether or not to try to settle things outside of court, or to take it to a mediator, or court.
At O'Flaherty Law, we know how intimidating the whole process can be, so we make a point to explain things in a way that's easy to understand. We help you weigh the pros and cons of each step, and keep your goals in mind from start to finish. If you're trying to make someone live up to a contract or defend yourself against a breach of contract claim, our Palatine contract dispute lawyers are on hand to help guide you through it.
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A breach of contract happens when one party fails to do what they agreed to do under a valid contract. This may include failing to pay, refusing to perform work, missing important deadlines, delivering defective work, or violating a key term of the agreement. Not every disagreement is a breach, so it is important to review the contract and the facts carefully.
The deadline depends on the type of contract. Many written contract claims in Illinois have a 10-year deadline, while many unwritten or oral contract claims have a 5-year deadline. Contracts involving the sale of goods may have a different deadline. Because exceptions can apply, it is best to speak with a lawyer as soon as a dispute arises.
In many breach of contract cases, the goal is to put the harmed party in the position they would have been in if the contract had been performed. This may include unpaid money, lost profits, cost to complete or repair work, or other financial losses caused by the breach. Attorney fees may be available only if the contract, a statute, or another legal rule allows them.