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Breach of Contract — LGBTQ+

Started by anon_contractor_MA · Dec 6, 2024 · 2,196 views · 12 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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anon_contractor_MA OP

I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

NDA prevents me from getting new job. I've been dealing with this for about 16 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

The contract was signed 4 months ago. I have a copy of the original agreement. The total amount in dispute is approximately $107,000.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

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just_curious_trader_NC

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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confused_trader_OH

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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first_time_seller_CA

Have you tried reaching out to your state's attorney general? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

AF
asking_for_friend_dev_FL

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

Licensed attorney — a few thoughts. Here's my take on the legal issues.

This is a common situation and the law is fairly clear. Under the implied covenant of good faith, commercially reasonable.

Before taking legal action, consider sending a formal demand letter. In many cases, this alone resolves the issue.

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asking_for_friend_freelancer_2022

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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ContractorMike_CA

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

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SeniorDevMike_PDX

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

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AgentBroker_TX

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.

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CorpCounsel_Amy

I've dealt with this before.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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anon_student_FL

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

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PatentAgent_Boston

Been there. Here's what I learned.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.

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