Contract Disputes

Contract disputes often arise from disagreements over how terms are interpreted or whether obligations have been properly performed. When a breach occurs, parties may dispute termination rights and the damages the innocent party is entitled to claim.

A contract dispute can arise where parties fall out regarding the terms and/or performance of a contract. Parties may argue as to how specific wording in a contract is to be interpreted and/or what that wording means. In addition any one side or both may breach the terms of the contract and fail in any manner to perform their respective obligations under the contract. Arguments are then likely to ensue as to whether a party’s conduct or lack of performance amounts to a breach. If a breach has occurred will the innocent party be permitted to terminate the contract. Issues are then likely to arise as to the damages the innocent party can claim.

Are there enforceable terms that exclude liability for some or all of those damages?
Must the parties refer their dispute to alternative dispute resolution before commencing any Court action?
Have any statutory time limitations to any claim arising in respect of any breach of contract expired?