California Breach Of Contract Lawyer
When undertaking home construction or renovations, a clearly outlined, enforceable contract is crucial. Disagreements can arise if contractors fail to deliver as agreed. This can lead to breach of contract claims. Recognizing when contractor actions – or inactions – constitute a breach is the first step in protecting your investment.
At Kristy & Kananen, we have amassed extensive experience handling breach of contract claims involving contractors in Long Beach and other California communities. Our attorneys can help you address contract disputes effectively, facilitating accountability for delays, substandard work and financial misuse.
When To Suspect Breach Of Contract
It is important to thoroughly understand the terms of your contract to determine whether a breach-of-contract case exists. Contracts often specify project timelines, quality standards, payment schedules and regulatory compliance requirements.
A contractor may breach your agreement in several ways, including:
- Failure to complete work within agreed timelines: Persistent delays without valid reasons
- Substandard work: Delivering results that do not meet the quality stipulated by the contract
- Abandonment of the project: Halting work and abandoning the project before completion
- Misuse of funds: Using project funds for expenses unrelated to the home construction or renovation
- Noncompliance with building codes: Failure to adhere to code, resulting in legal or safety issues
When issues like these arise, you may have grounds for a legal claim. However, California imposes strict statutes of limitation on contract disputes, including:
- Four years for breach of contract claims (CCP § 337(a))
- Three years for damages to real property (CCP § 338)
- Three years for fraud (CCP § 338(d))
These deadlines vary depending on the discovery rule, which may extend the time for filing a claim based on when damages were first identified.
A successful legal claim can yield consequential damages, such as lost property value or unexpected repair costs from breaches – but poorly written contracts can complicate proceedings.
A knowledgeable breach of contract attorney can assess your situation to determine if you have an enforceable contract and recommend wise next steps.
Talk To An Experienced Breach Of Contract Lawyer Today
Understanding the types of contract breaches and effectively pursuing a claim requires a skilled legal approach, and we have what it takes to hold negligent contractors accountable. Contact us at 888-473-0934 or reach out online to arrange your free consultation with our contract disputes team.