Palm Springs Breach of Contract Attorneys
California business lawyers provide strategic legal support
Contracts are meant to provide certainty and reliability in business relationships. When one side fails to perform as promised — whether by missing deadlines, delivering substandard work or failing to honor key terms — the law provides remedies to protect the injured party’s interests. The experienced attorneys at Schlecht, Shevlin & Shoenberger in Palm Springs have a long history of effectively pursuing damages and other forms of relief in breach of contract cases. For over 70 years, we have provided trusted legal services to businesses and individuals throughout California’s Coachella Valley.
What is a breach of contract and what remedies exist?
A breach of contract is the failure of one party to fulfill a legally binding promise. There are two basic types of breach of contract:
- Material — This type of breach is severe and disrupts the entire reason for the contract. The non-breaching party can terminate the agreement and seek damages.
- Immaterial — This is a partial deviation from contract terms that allows the rest of the contract to stay in force. The non-breaching party can still seek compensation for losses.
A breach may also be anticipatory, such as when one party clearly indicates they will not perform in the future.
Our law firm represents parties on either side of breach of contract claims. Whether the issue is failure to deliver products or services, delivering inferior products, failing to pay, missing a deadline or another concern, our seasoned business litigation attorneys can help you reach the best outcome for your particular situation.
Types of breach of contract disputes
Contract disputes that our law firm resolves include those involving:
- Business agreements
- Commercial transactions
- Real estate contracts
- Service contracts
- Product supply contracts
- Partnership agreements
- Operating agreements
Whatever type of agreement you entered into or the reason for the conflict, we will assess the facts and counsel you about options for resolution.
Possible remedies in breach of contract cases
Parties injured by another party’s breach may be able to pursue the following forms of relief:
- Compensatory damages — These are direct, measurable losses caused by the breach, such as the value of what was promised versus what was delivered.
- Consequential damages — These are losses that flow indirectly from the breach but were reasonably foreseeable when the contract was formed, such as lost profits.
- Specific performance — In cases where money alone cannot adequately compensate the non‑breaching party, a court can order the breaching party to complete the contract.
- Restitution — In order to prevent unjust enrichment, a court may require the breaching party to return any benefit they received under the contract.
- Rescission — The contract may be cancelled when continuing the relationship would be unfair.
The most appropriate remedy for your matter will depend on the terms of the agreement and severity of the violation.
How our Palm Springs attorneys support clients in contract disputes
Our Palm Springs breach of contract attorneys have over 170 years of combined legal experience and knowledge that we bring to resolving these cases in the least impactful way possible to clients. We are often able to achieve optimal results through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution. When that is not possible, we work vigorously to protect our clients’ interests in litigation. Whether you are bringing or defending against a breach of contract claim, we will take effective action to safeguard your interests.
Contact an experienced Palm Springs law firm for help with your contract matter
Schlecht, Shevlin & Shoenberger in Palm Springs represents Californians in contract disputes related to business agreements, commercial transactions, service contracts, real estate contracts and partnership and operating agreements. Call 760-320-7161 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.
