Business Litigation & Contract Litigation

Business Disputes

Can a business sue another business?  Of course.  Business to business disputes make up a large portion of civil lawsuits.  Most often, breach of contract, open account, or account stated are the causes of action.  Open account and account stated claims apply to situations where businesses have an on going relationship of transactions and an unpaid balance exists.  In other words, there may not necessarily be one contract, but more of a series of contracts or purchase orders for which payment is past due.  Other disputes can include unfair competition, interference with a contract, interference with a business relationship, professional negligence or professional malpractice.  As a whole, these types of law fall into a category known as business litigation or commercial litigation.  The attorneys at FBSW have experience handling business disputes and commercial litigation cases.  To discuss your situation, schedule a consultation to determine what type of legal action, if any, may assist your business in resolving an issue that is damaging your bottom line.

Contract Disputes

Breach of contract actions are one of the most common types of civil disputes.  They can occur between individuals, businesses, or between a business and an individual.  Sometimes, contracts between two parties have an intended third party beneficiary that may have rights if one party breaches the contract.  The attorneys at FBSW have experience dealing with many types of contract disputes.  The most common mistake clients make is waiting too long to consult an attorney.  Sometimes, serious disputes and litigation can be avoided if a party seeks legal advice at the  first sign of trouble.  Contracts can be modified, terminated, or otherwise renegotiated to protect legal interests before it’s too late.  The attorneys at FBSW are experience can draft contracts, review contracts, revise contracts, and litigate contract disputes.