Breach of Contract Breach of Contract is an issue that a business owner more than likely will need to deal with in the course of doing business. Contracts are agreements entered into by parties doing business with each other that bind each party of the agreement to perform or provide specific goods or services in exchange for some form of compensation. In order for Companies to flourish, agreements are entered into in the course of doing business. To guarantee that each party adheres to the details of the agreement a contract is signed. This essential legal document signed by both parties will be used by the courts to decide which party is responsible if one of the parties believes they are dealing with a breach of contract. The Following are possible remedies to a Breach of Contract: • Compensatory Damages • Punitive Damages • Liquidated Damages • Attorney Fees • Specific Performance • Rescission A Breach of Contract occurs when either party involved in a contract fails to meet his obligations according to the terms of the contract. Another possibility that would also be considered a breach happens when one of the parties makes it impossible for the other party to perform his obligations. Finally, if one of the parties to the contract acts contrary to the intent of the contract or refuses to perform than a breach of contract has occurred. Not all breaches of contract are harmful to the parties involved specifically if the breach is considered minor. In this instance, the parties may be able to work out a solution and avoid a lawsuit. On the other hand, an instance of nonperformance can have very damaging effects to a business and in this case, a lawsuit may be the only remedy. There are a number of remedies available to parties who feel that they have been injured by a breach of contract. Following a lawsuit, the injured party may be able to collect compensatory damages to reimburse the monetary loss resulting from the breach. Other remedies may include punitive damages and attorney fees. Ultimately, a business owner is interested in the best solution to problems arising from a breach of contract. No mater what course is taken it is essential that a Small Business owner retain the services of an experienced and qualified Contract Lawyer to help resolve these issues effectively.