Northridge Breach of Contract Lawyers

Standing Up for Employees Throughout the San Fernando Valley

Has your employer violated the terms of your contract? Employment contracts are legally binding agreements; they define the relationship between you and your employer as to rights and obligations on both sides.

Employment contracts can be:

• Written
• Verbal
• Implied by the very nature of your hiring

When your employer fails to live up to what is expected or has been promised via the contract, you may need to initiate legal action against him/her in a breach of contract claim.

At K2 Employment Law, our employment law attorneys are well-versed in the statutes and laws regarding breaches of employment contracts. Our legal team has considerable experience in handling these issues, as we have both fought and defended some of the largest companies in all types of disputes and claims. Our focus now is on representing employees in employment law cases. Breach of contract is an issue we are deeply familiar with and for which we can provide knowledgeable and aggressive representation.

Contact our Northridge breach of contract attorney at (800) 590-7674 to schedule a free, initial consultation about your case. We serve clients throughout the San Fernando Valley.

Examples of Contract Violations

Written employment contracts typically pertain to high-level executives—such as CEOs, CFOs, and the like—when complicated terms and conditions are involved, such as matters related to performance, compensation, benefits, bonuses, and commissions. When the terms of the contract are violated by the employer without “good cause,” then the matter may end up in dispute. This can lead to arbitration between the employer and the employee, often written into the contract as a way to resolve differences without resorting to litigation.

Anything your employer has done, however, to violate your employment agreement, whether it is written or not, may be considered cause to bring in a legal professional.

Examples of employment contract violations include:

• Being fired or laid off before your contract has expired for reasons that are not covered in the contract
• Being denied the compensation, bonuses, or other financial incentives agreed upon in the contract
• Being denied other benefits promised in the contract

These would be considered fundamental breaches for which you may consider the contract void or for which you may seek remedy through arbitration or other legal action. As the injured party, damages that you may seek when your employer breaches a contract would be for all of the clear and measurable loss or harm caused to you by the breach.

Remedies for Breach of Contract

When a breach of contract happens, the other person or party affected is entitled to a remedy or relief backed by law.

The most common type of remedies would include:

• Damages
• The most common remedy include the payment of damages in one form or another. The different types of damages claimed could be the following:
• Compensatory damages are tailored to aid the party who did not breach the contract by putting them in the position as if the breach did not occur.
• Punitive damages are meant to punish the breaching party for their wrongful acts by having them pay well beyond what would be full compensation to the non-breaching party. (This type of damages are rarely awarded on business contracts).
• Nominal damages can be given when there was no money loss for the non-breaching party. This is typically awarded to prove that someone was right, sparking a token of about $1 or covering attorney fees as nominal damages.
• Liquidated damages are damages identified between both parties beforehand, stating what the cost would be in the event that the contract was breached. An example of this could be between a landlord and a tenant and state what the tenant would pay if they were to break the lease early.
• Specific Performance
• Specific performance is a remedy when damages are insufficient as a legal solution and instead orders the breaching party member to comply with the initial terms of the contract. Specific performance remedies are issued on cases that involve such items as rare artifacts, heirlooms or expensive art.
• Cancellation and Restitution
• Non-breaching party members can cancel the contract and sue for restitution if a benefit has been given to the breaching party. Cancellation of the contract simply voids the contract and relieves everyone of any obligations under the initial agreement. Restitution is a remedy that puts the non-breaching party members back into the position they were in before the breach of contract happened.

How Our Breach of Contract Attorney Can Help You

We can assist you by:

• Detailed Contract Review and Analysis: Understanding the nuances of your contract is the first step in resolving any breach of contract issue. We will meticulously review the agreement, identifying all relevant clauses, obligations, and potential points of contention. This thorough analysis allows us to build a strong case based on the specific terms of your contract.
• Strategic Legal Advice: Based on our detailed review, we provide strategic legal advice that aligns with your goals and the specifics of your case. Whether you seek to enforce the contract, pursue damages, or find a mutually agreeable solution, we will guide you through the options and recommend the best course of action.
• Negotiation and Mediation: Often, breach of contract disputes can be resolved through negotiation or mediation, bypassing the time and expense of litigation. We will represent your interests in discussions with the other party, aiming to reach a fair and favorable settlement. If mediation is required, we can facilitate the process and work towards a resolution that satisfies all parties involved.
• Aggressive Litigation: When negotiation or mediation fails to produce the desired outcome, we are fully prepared to take your case to court. We will develop a compelling legal strategy to present your case effectively before a judge or jury, supported by evidence and expert testimony. We aim to secure a judgment that compensates you for your losses and upholds your contractual rights.
• Protecting Your Future Interests: In addition to addressing the immediate breach of contract issue, we also focus on protecting your future interests. This may involve drafting more robust contracts, implementing better contract management practices, and providing ongoing legal support to prevent similar disputes from arising. Our focus on your long-term legal needs will give you a sense of security about your future.