Contract Formation

Providing Business Litigation Representation From Florida Employment Contracts to Commercial, Construction, Corporate, and Business Contracts

Are you involved in a contract-related matter? If so, you need to speak to our Florida contract lawyer.

Our law firm in Lakeland, FL, specializes in contract law, and our lawyers can help you with a wide range of contract-related matters.

Our Lakeland law branch team of experienced contract lawyers can help you with the following:

Drafting contracts: Our law firm can help you draft clear, concise, and enforceable FL contracts. We can also help you understand a contract’s terms based on the state of Florida before signing.
Negotiating contracts: If you are negotiating a contract with another party, we can help you to get the best possible terms. This law firm can also help you resolve any disputes emerging negotiation process.
Enforcing contracts: If the other party fails to uphold their end of the bargain, we know how to help you enforce the contract. Our lawyers can file a lawsuit and represent you in a Florida courthouse.

Florida Contract Lawyers You Can Trust

We understand that employment contracts and business contracts are different. Nevertheless, these law firms’ services are loyal to your legal needs.

We are committed to providing you with the best possible legal representation. This Florida law firm fights hard to protect your legal rights.

If you feel you’re the victim of a breach of contract, it’s important to confirm that the contract you entered is considered valid. Our attorneys at RAK Law are well-versed in Florida contract law.

We can review your contract to help you understand your legal options for pursuing damages as a victim of a breach of contract!

What Is a Contract?

A contract is an agreement between two parties, in which one of the parties agrees to provide services or goods in exchange for the other party’s payment. A contract can be between two individuals or legal entities (such as businesses or corporations).

What Makes a Contract Valid?

For a contract to be considered valid or binding, it must be characterized by certain components.

These include:

Offer – One party made an offer to the other party. When the written contract was signed, both parties must have been at least 18 years old and not considered incapacitated due to a developmental disability or mental illness.
Acceptance – The other party accepted the offer.
Consideration – It’s necessary that both parties gave consideration, or provided something of value, to the agreement. Consideration can also be referred to as “enforceable promises” that were made when the contract was signed.
Legal – Nothing illegal or impossible was included in the contract. For instance, the contract doesn’t involve the sale of stolen merchandise, nor does it stipulate that one of the parties does something impossible, such as time travel.

What Are the Different Types of Contracts?

Additionally, valid contracts can be written or oral.

Written contracts – This is the preferred method, as having the terms of a contract in writing brings clarity, especially when there’s a dispute in court concerning the contract’s content.
Oral contracts – Oral contracts can be upheld in court with sufficient evidence that the other party failed to meet their contractual obligations.

Florida law requires certain types of contracts to be made in writing. Contracts that cannot be fulfilled within a year and contracts involving the sale of real estate must be made in writing.

Our Florida Lawyers Can Review Your Real Estate Contract

At RAK Law, we help many clients understand their real estate contracts. The purchase of real estate is significant and must be carefully considered.

You should have an attorney review any contracts relating to real property you’re considering signing or have already signed.

What Kind of Compensation Can I Receive for Filing A Lawsuit of Breach of Contract?

There are generally two types of compensation that you can receive as a victim of a contract breach. These are known as “general damages” and “special damages.” In this context, “damages” means the amount of money you’ll receive.

General Damages

This is the most common type of compensation awarded to victims of real estate contract breaches. An example is a refund for services the other party failed to perform.

Special Damages

This sort of compensation is more complicated; our experienced Florida contract lawyers can advise on whether you are eligible to receive this sort of compensation.

What Is The 3 Day Contract Rule in Florida?

The three-day contract rule in Florida is called the “cooling-off rule.” It gives consumers three days to cancel a written contract for services that will be provided continuously in the future, such as a service subscription. The rule applies to home loans, lines of credit, refinancing, and home improvement contracts.

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit For a Breach of Contract in Florida?

Section 95.11 of the Florida Statue of Limitations states that you have four years from the time your contract was breached to file a lawsuit.

Our Florida contract attorneys at RAK Law are highly experienced in contract law and civil litigation. We’re ready to review your contract and fight to receive the damages you’re rightfully entitled to.

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