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 February 27, 2023

# What are my legal rights and obligations if I decide to sue a business for breach of contract?

![Picture of Chris Battis](https://www.legalfaq.ai/hs-fs/hubfs/battis-mug.jpg?width=50&name=battis-mug.jpg) By  [Chris Battis](https://www.legalfaq.ai/faqs/author/chris-battis)  ·   1 minute read

 If you decide to sue a business for breach of contract, your legal rights and obligations vary by jurisdiction. Generally speaking, however, you are entitled to monetary damages or equitable remedies such as specific performance if the other party has failed to fulfill their contractual obligations. Depending on the type of contract or agreement involved, additional forms of relief may be available as well. Additionally, it is important that you prove that there was an enforceable contract in place between yourself and the other party which was breached; thus it is important to review any relevant documents carefully before filing suit. It is also important to note potential limitations and exceptions with respect to suing for breach of contract under applicable laws; for example some jurisdictions allow parties who have wrongfully enforced a contract due to impossibility or frustration (i.e., circumstances beyond their control) to escape liability altogether while others impose strict time limits within which legal action must be commenced in order for it to be valid. Further research into these matters should always be conducted prior initiating litigation so as not inadvertently waive certain rights during settlement negotiations or in court proceedings themselves. Finally, depending on your situation it may make sense consult with experienced counsel familiar with local laws governing contracts prior filing a lawsuit so they can provide more tailored advice based upon all pertinent facts at hand along with any applicable defenses that may exist against recovering damages from the opposing party.

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