PAYMENT - PERFORMANCE - TERMINATION
A broken agreement can become a business problem fast.
A customer will not pay. A supplier has failed to perform. A contract has been terminated, or a demand letter is asking for more than you believe is owed. Astor Nobel Law advises Ontario businesses on significant contract disputes and the practical options for resolving them.
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Advice on both sides of the dispute.
Significant unpaid amounts under a commercial agreement.
Allegations of failed, late or incomplete performance.
Disputed cancellation, termination or renewal.
Disagreements about service, supply, licensing or other business terms.
Demand letters, threatened claims and court proceedings.
Settlement proposals that need to be considered alongside business continuity.
Read the contract in the context of what happened.
The wording of the agreement is a starting point. The history of performance, changes to the arrangement, communications and available evidence can also matter. David considers the documents and chronology to assess the issues, identify uncertainties and discuss a response.
Decide what a useful resolution would look like.
Recovering money may be the priority. In other matters, the goal is continued performance, an orderly termination, a workable settlement or a defence to an overstated claim. The proposed strategy should account for the amount at stake, likely cost, timing, business relationships and the practical value of any outcome.
Seek advice before the next step becomes irreversible.
A threatened termination, a demand with a response date or a court document can call for prompt attention. Tell the firm about any known deadline when you inquire. Advice about sending a response, changing performance or starting proceedings depends on the particular agreement and facts.
A practical sequence.
Review the agreement and events. Identify the relevant terms, performance history and points of disagreement.
Assess exposure and evidence. Consider the alleged loss, available support, possible responses and practical risks.
Plan the response. Discuss negotiation, a demand or response, or court proceedings where appropriate. Agree on the next work before it begins.
What may be useful after engagement.
Relevant materials may include the signed agreement and amendments, invoices, delivery or performance records, notices and the key correspondence. Wait for instructions before sending documents. Your first inquiry should identify the parties, approximate value and any time-sensitive event.
Start with a focused assessment.
The paid Commercial Dispute Strategy Assessment is designed to help you understand the immediate position and the next steps that warrant consideration.
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Related business disputes.
Shareholder and partner disputes - When the contract dispute involves the owners of the business.
Urgent commercial litigation - When time-sensitive conduct or a court date requires attention.
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