How to Enforce a Breach of Contract Claim in New York Courts

There is more to a breach of contract claim than showing a promise was broken. Disagreements in business go beyond broken promises and require you to understand each element of the case. Additionally, there must be a solid basis for the damages you are requesting in a trial.

The Knox Law Group evaluates a client’s case for damages well before the case makes its way to the courthouse. Being proactive in identifying the full details of the harm you have suffered and how to prove those damages in court is our focus as representatives. 

In NYC, the details matter in a breach-of-contract claim. Here is how to enforce a breach-of-contract claim in the courts of NYC.

Proving a breach of contract has occurred

A party seeking to prove breach of contract must show that a specific provision of the contract has been violated. The types of evidence which may be helpful in proving a breach of contract are:

• E-mails or other communications that detail the breaching party’s failure to follow through on its obligations under a contract
• Documents that show the impact of the breach on business operations
• Reports created by experts that explain how a breach of contract has occurred

Proving caution and specifying the damages incurred

In a breach-of-contract case, it is not enough to simply prove that a breach occurred. Rather, it is necessary to prove that the breach caused harm to your business. The remedy most often sought by a business harmed by a breach of contract is damages. 

The impact of the breach of contract on your business is quantified in the damages. Having a team available to help you determine the amount of damage your business has suffered is an invaluable advantage to possess. The Knox Law Group initiates an analysis of this issue early in the case. 

How to effectively prove damages in a breach of contract case

Damages in an NYC breach of contract case require a party to prove damages within a reasonable degree of certainty. This means that you cannot merely speculate on what damages may be. Rather, there needs to be a solid basis for the amount of damages you are requesting. 

For example, consider the damages in breach of contract involving the sale of goods. It is common in NYC for the wronged party in a breach-of-contract case to recover the difference between the contract price and the market price for the goods at the time of the breach (if the market price was higher). 

In more complex scenarios involving a breach of contract, a much more in-depth review is required. Calculating lost profits or market value requires a thorough analysis of the evidence and, many times, an expert witness experienced in breach-of-contract cases.

Contact the Knox Law Group today to discuss your breach of contract case

The Knox Law Group has successfully served clients in NYC who are going through breach of contract cases. We place our clients’ interests first and strive to help them achieve their goals through preparation and diligent representation. Contact our office today to speak with us regarding your case.