Scarsdale Breach of Contract Lawyers

Breach of Contract? Get Help From Our Scarsdale Employment Lawyers Today

At Carey & Associates, P.C., our Scarsdale breach of contract lawyers have the knowledge, skills, and experience to help clients navigate issues related to the full range of employment agreements in New York. If your contract was breached, we are here to help you pursue all available remedies.

Contact us today for a fully confidential consultation with our Scarsdale employment attorneys. 

What is a Breach of Contract? (Know the Elements in New York)

New York is an at-will employment law state. A contract between an employer and employee is certainly not required. Many workers do not have contracts. At the same time, there are also a lot of employees, especially executive employees, who do have a contract.

In New York employment law, a breach of contract occurs when one party fails to uphold its obligations under a valid, enforceable agreement. To establish a claim for breach of contract, an employer or an employee will generally need to be able to prove all of the following elements: 

• The Existence of a Valid Contract: The parties must have a binding agreement supported by offer, acceptance, and consideration. Employment contracts can be written, oral, or implied, but they must be sufficiently definite to be enforceable.
• Performance by the Plaintiff: The plaintiff must prove that they fulfilled their obligations or were ready, willing, and able to perform their obligations. Failure to demonstrate performance can lead to a breach of contract claim being dismissed. 
• Breach by the Defendant: This is the key element of a breach of contract claim. To bring a successful case, you must prove that your counterparty failed to perform a duty imposed by the contract. In employment, this could involve failure to pay wages, denial of promised benefits, or violation of restrictive covenants.
• Damages Resulting from the Breach: Finally, damages are key to any breach of contract claim. Without them, there is likely no viable case. You must prove actual harm caused by the breach, such as lost wages, lost benefits, or other measurable losses. New York courts require damages to be reasonably certain and not speculative.

We Handle the Full Range of Breach of Employment Contract Cases in Scarsdale, New York

Our firm handles all types of breach of contract cases. If you believe that your counterparty (employer or employee) failed to uphold their duties under the contract, we can help. Along the same lines, if you are being accused of breaching an employment contract, our team is here as a resource.

Some examples of employment contract cases we handle in Scarsdale include: 

• Written Employment Contracts: These are formal agreements signed by both parties that set out the terms of employment, including duties, compensation, benefits, termination conditions, and many other things. 
• Oral Employment Contracts: Verbal agreements can be enforceable in New York. With that being said, proving their terms is more difficult. Breaches often arise where one party alleges specific promises about job security, pay, or benefits that were not honored.
• Implied Contracts: Even without express terms, an employer’s policies, handbooks, or consistent practices may create contractual obligations. A breach occurs when an employer departs from these established policies in a way that undermines employee expectations.
• Restrictive Covenant Agreements: Restrictive covenants may be standalone contracts or contract provisions. Some examples include non-compete, non-solicitation, or confidentiality clauses. Breach can arise if an employee violates these restrictions, or if an employer enforces them in ways inconsistent with the contract’s terms or state law.

Why Trust Our Scarsdale Employment Lawyers for Help With a Contract Breach

Breach of contract claims can be complicated. They are highly fact-specific cases, especially in the context of employment law. We are committed to helping clients solve problems.

Our founding attorney. Mark Carey is a New York employment attorney with deep experience handling breach of contract cases. We encourage you to review our client testimonials and to reach out to us directly with any specific questions. Among other things, our Scarsdale employment attorneys will: 

• Conduct a comprehensive, confidential review of your case. 
• Review the contract, the breach, and gather relevant evidence.
• Represent you in any settlement negotiations.
• Develop a personalized strategy focused on securing the best outcome. 

Contact Our Scarsdale Breach of Employment Contract Attorneys Today

At Carey & Associates, P.C., our Scarsdale, NY employment attorneys have the skills, experience, and legal knowledge to handle all types of breach of contract cases. If you have any questions about your rights or your options, please call us at (914) 547-0331 or contact us online.

We provide employment law representation in Scarsdale, Westchester County, and communities beyond.