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Chicago Contract Disputes Attorney

Our Chicago contract disputes attorneys have represented thousands of businesses in breach of contract lawsuits throughout Chicago. With over 28 years of experience, we are well-equipped to handle any complex contract dispute or other business law-related issues.
Whether your partner fails to honor their contractual obligations or raises alarming allegations, contact the attorneys at the Law Offices of Richard M. Craig, P. C. Our attorneys will offer you the legal help you require to safeguard your interests.

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If your business’s best interest is at stake, you need an experienced lawyer to help. Our Chicago contract dispute lawyers have years of experience in courtroom war as well as business law. With this experience, we can offer your business the personalized attention it truly deserves.

What is a Contract?

A contract is an offer or an agreement where both parties agree to the set terms. Each party is mutually bound to execute the terms laid out in the contract. Our contract dispute attorneys handle various contract cases including:

When Do Contract Disputes Occur?

When one party fails to honor its promise according to the contract, a contract dispute occurs. A contract dispute can be anticipatory, where one clearly states his intention of not fulfilling his contractual obligations. Contract dispute also happens in:

Incomplete agreements
Purchase agreements
Sales contracts
Insurance contracts
Wills & trusts
Manufacturing agreements
Management agreements

There are various elements to contract dispute claims recognized by the law including:

What Should I do After a Breach of Contract?

Breach of contracts may have devastating consequences for your business. This is why you need to know your rights after the breach.
By failing to stand up for your rights, you’ll be giving up your rights to stand up and claim damages resulting from the breach. Also, your actions after the breach are partly determined by whether that breach is immaterial or material.
The contract dispute attorneys at Law Offices of Richard M. Craig, P. C. will fight for your rights including sales and brand protection.

Breach of Contract Claims

There are certain elements that you must generally prove to certify liability for breach of contract claims including:

There is an agreement made between two parties that reflect a certain level of understanding.
This agreement must be legally permissible and not against public policy.
The defendant breached the contract when they failed to provide the goods or services that were requested or required under the terms of the contract.
The plaintiff was damaged because of this breach.

Contract Disputes

Quasi Contract Claims

Contract disputes involving quasi-contracts also include four elements, but one is much more difficult to prove in court. To establish liability for a quasi-contract claim, a plaintiff must prove:

There was an understanding between two parties concerning an exchange of performances.
Plaintiff rendered a service or product in reliance on this understanding with expectations that he would not be left "uncompensated" for his efforts.
Defendant's failure to perform his end of the bargain was a substantial factor in causing plaintiff's damages.

Consumer Fraud Act (ICFA) Claims

The ICFA makes it unlawful for any business to engage in conduct that counts as “fraud” or “deception.” Under the ICFA, businesses may not make false statements about their services, fail to give adequate notice before canceling an appointment with a consumer, and/or falsely represent their products.
Whether you believe you have been scammed by a business or you are facing charges yourself, it is important to understand your rights and legal options if you find yourself involved in a contract dispute.

Resolving Breach of Contract Disputes

Contract disputes can be both confusing and frustrating experiences for and business owners alike. However, they can be even more strenuous if you do not have a legal team that is willing to fight for your rights and the compensation that you deserve.
Contract disputes are not always cut-and-dry law cases. They may involve violations of written contracts, security agreements, construction contracts, or other documents outlining agreements between two parties.

Contract disputes often require professional expertise in addition to high levels of experience because different courts will look at facts differently when presented with contract issues. Contract disputes should always be handled by a Chicago contract dispute attorney with exceptional skills.
A Chicago Contract Dispute Lawyer from Law Offices of Richard M. Craig, P. C. how important it is that you understand the laws surrounding contract disputes.
If you believe that you have suffered damages due to another party breaching their contractual agreement with you Contract Disputes may allow for recovery of various types of damages including monetary compensation.

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