Breach of Contract Lawyer Edmonton

What We Help With

• Breach of contract claims and defences
• Enforcement of written and oral agreements
• Commercial and business contract disputes
• Construction and service agreement conflicts
• Partnership and shareholder disagreements
• Non-compete and confidentiality clause enforcement
• Demand letters and pre-litigation negotiations
• Contract interpretation and rectification

Types of Breach

A breach of contract occurs when a party fails to perform their obligations under an agreement. Breaches can take several forms: failure to perform, incomplete or defective performance, late performance, or anticipatory breach where a party indicates they will not fulfill their obligations. The type and severity of the breach determines the remedies available.

Remedies

Available remedies for breach of contract include damages (compensatory, consequential, and in some cases punitive), specific performance requiring the breaching party to fulfill their obligations, injunctive relief to prevent further breach, and rescission of the contract. We assess which remedies are appropriate and pursue the outcome that best protects your interests.

Common Issues

Contract disputes frequently involve disagreements about the interpretation of contract terms, whether a valid contract was formed, the extent of damages suffered, and the application of limitation periods. We provide clear advice on the merits of your position and develop a strategy tailored to your objectives.