Legal advice: contract law
When do you need advice?
Contracts form the backbone of commerce and service provision. Yet differences arise over the interpretation of clauses, whether someone is performing properly, and what you may demand in the event of delay or defects. Lawyers and legal practitioners frequently identify the same core questions: what was agreed under which law, which party has fallen short, and which remedies (performance, price reduction, termination, damages) are appropriate?
Here Van den Bosch | Advies & Incasso advises on both B2B contracts and situations in which a private individual stands opposite a business — where consumer rules may play a role.
Common topics
- Performance and breach of contract — not delivered, not delivered on time or delivered defectively; what can you claim from the other party?
- Notice of default and time limits — the correct form and deadline to strengthen your legal position.
- Termination and cancellation — when may an agreement end and against what consequences?
- Damages and liability — direct damage, consequential damage, deduction for contributory negligence and contractual limitations.
- General terms and conditions — are they applicable, are restrictive or exclusion clauses enforceable, and what does this mean for your dispute?
For drafting or reviewing documents: Contracts and documents.
From advice to enforcement
If amicable negotiation breaks down, litigation may be necessary. Our approach is to choose a legal route only when the balance of likelihood of success, costs and time justifies it — as you would expect from a professional practice.
Frequently asked questions
What is breach of contract in contract law?
Breach of contract means that a party fails to perform its obligation, performs it late or performs it defectively. Consequences may include notice of default, damages, additional performance or — under certain conditions — termination. The appropriate route depends on the type of agreement, the contractual wording and the specific facts.
Are general terms and conditions always valid?
Not necessarily. Validity depends on, among other things, applicability, consumer protection where relevant, contra proferentem interpretation in commercial dealings and specific prohibited clauses. Tailored review prevents surprises in proceedings.
Contact
Call 030 – 87 88 524 or e-mail info@adviesenincasso.nl. Back to the overview: Legal advice.