Signing a contract with another person or a business should help guide a healthy working relationship or ensure that a transaction aligns with specific terms. Unfortunately, not everyone fulfills their contractual obligations. Individuals and businesses may default on an agreement. They may also potentially fail to meet the standards set in the contract. In either scenario, the party affected by the violation or breach of the agreement may want to take legal action.
How can the civil courts help those dealing with a serious contract issue?
The courts can offer several remedies
Breach of contract scenarios are often frustrating and costly. The people or businesses involved may face significant expenses or scheduling complications because others did not follow through on their promises.
Provided that the courts agree that the contract was valid and that a breach of contract occurred, the plaintiff can request several types of remedies. In some cases, people ask the courts to enforce the contract. They may seek an injunction or order of specific performance to uphold the original contract terms.
Other times, the goal may be to end the contractual relationship. Plaintiffs can request contract rescission so that they no longer have to do business with the other party. Some people may request damages, where they ask the courts to hold the other party accountable for the financial impact of their decisions.
Reviewing the terms of a contract with a skilled legal team can help people determine the best solution given their circumstances. Civil litigation provides an opportunity to enforce or terminate a contract and to hold another party accountable for breaching the agreement.
