From this site and blog posts, you know at least two things: one, some contracts must be in writing, and two, when you file a law suit for breach of contract, you must attach the contract to the law suit. But what if you don’t have the contract to attach?…
Filing a Breach of Contract Lawsuit
Whether you have been sued and need a defense, or are contemplating a claim in court against another for breach of contract, one thing needs to be understood about the content of the lawsuit. If the case is in state court in Pennsylvania, certain formalities must be followed. Rule 1019…
Assignment of Claims and… Broken Toes?
People often ask: “What kind of law do you practice?” When I say, “breach of contract litigation,” the response is often a deflated, “Ohhhh,” followed by: “Anything else? Like injury law, or civil rights?” In reality, contract law incorporates virtually every other area of law, because nearly every right can be waived…
Contract Law and Employment Law
A Professor Fired Over Hitler Parody Meme Can Proceed With Breach of Contract Suit An interesting article appeared in the Legal Intelligencer. There, it was reported that a former professor fired (following his online parody video showing faculty as Nazis) may go forward with a breach of contract claim against the…
Lectures About Contract Law
Our firm provides itself on giving back to the community and helping educate the next generation of lawyers. Mr. Elliott serves as a guest lecturer at Duquesne University School of Law. As a proud alumni of Duquesnse — which also gives back to the community — Mr. Elliott is happy…
Home Improvement Contracts
Changes to the Law Our Pittsburgh lawyers handle commercial and residential construction law disputes. This article focuses on the changes to the law governing home improvement contracts. Welcome! Effective July 1, 2009, the Home Improvement and Consumer Protection Act, HICPA, made major changes to the relationship between home owners…