In today’s business environment, disruptions can arise unexpectedly, leaving parties unable to fulfill contractual obligations. A force majeure clause provides legal protection when unforeseen events make performance impossible or impractical. At Robert Eckard & Associates, we represent clients across Florida and Texas in contract disputes where force majeure provisions determine whether obligations are excused or […]
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When a business dispute results in financial losses, one of the first questions is how to calculate those losses. The answer depends on the type of claim being made. Contract and tort cases follow different rules for measuring damages, and understanding those differences can significantly affect the outcome. At Robert Eckard & Associates, we help […]
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Contracts are the cornerstone of business and personal transactions. While many agreements are written and signed, others are made verbally. At Robert Eckard & Associates, we understand how challenging it can be to determine whether a spoken agreement has legal weight. The truth is that some verbal contracts are enforceable, but others are not. Courts […]
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At The Law Offices of Robert Eckard & Associates, P.A., we work with individuals and businesses dealing with broken agreements that impact their finances or operations. One of the first things clients want to understand is how much they can recover in a breach of contract claim. The answer depends on the details—what the contract […]
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Businesses often come to us entangled in commercial disputes, many of which stem from contract breaches. One of the most significant forms is a material breach of contract. At The Law Offices of Robert Eckard & Associates, P.A., we define this as a failure to fulfill a critical obligation that deprives the other party of […]
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Construction projects, particularly in Tampa Bay, require careful planning and a solid legal foundation to ensure smooth progress and minimize the likelihood of disputes. One critical aspect of this process is the drafting and negotiation of construction project contracts. These contracts establish the terms, scope, and expectations for each party involved, including contractors, subcontractors, architects, […]
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An unexpected breach of contract can happen for various reasons, not the least of which include missed deadlines, unforeseen complications, bad operational assumptions, new external problems like surprise regulations or lawsuits, or plain bad performance on the part of one or more of the contractors. However, what makes the difference in minor issues versus big […]
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A contract is a written or spoken agreement that governs a transaction or relationship between two or more parties. The terms stipulated within this agreement are meant to be adhered to by all parties involved. Unfortunately, there are certain instances wherein one of the parties breaks these terms, putting the others at a disadvantage. In […]
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Typically, the obligation of employer and employee towards each other dissolves upon the termination of their relationship. However, there are certain cases wherein an obligation remains to exist even beyond. Particularly, when there is a non-compete agreement involved. What is a Non-Compete Agreement? Essentially, this is an official agreement wherein an employee is prohibited from […]
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Running a small business means filling many roles. To open your new company, you manage your employees, tally the books like an accountant, pitch your product like a salesman, and clean like service staff. And, that’s just in one day. Your to-do list will only continue to grow. You’re already spread too thin. Avoid adding […]
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