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When Does a Breach of Contract Occur?

People often wonder if they should take action against another when a breach of contract occurs. The first thing to consider is whether a breach has actually occurred. The answer depends on the nature...

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What are the defenses to a breach of contract?

If someone is accused of breach of contract, there are a number of defenses available to argue that a contract should not be enforced. If any of the basic elements of a contract are missing, or if the...

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Refusing to Close Real Estate Deal

When you enter into a purchase and sale agreement in a real estate transaction, that agreement is a binding contract. If one of the parties to a purchase and sale agreement or other agreement to buy/s...

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Can I appeal the decision in a civil matter?

The question of whether a case outcome can be appealed depends primarily on the type of case and the court where the case was heard. Criminal cases have a Constitutional appeal by right, whereas some ...

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Class Action Lawsuits Law

A class action lawsuit in a civil lawsuit that is brought by one person or a few people on behalf of a larger group of people who have suffered similar harm or have a similar claim....