Buffington Law Firm's experienced team of breach of contract litigation attorneys have often brought, or defended against, breach of contract claims. Often these claims seem straightforward -- there was an agreement, perhaps even a written agreement, and one side...
Year: 2017
Ignoring Corporate Formalities — A Source of Business Ownership Disputes
Buffington Law Firm's business and corporate trial attorneys have successfully litigated numerous business litigation cases in which the central issue was the question as to who a corporation's stockholders actually were. At first impression, one might think that...
Key factors in dueling will decisions
Estate plans and wills are intended to provide clarity about the wishes of a deceased individual. However, if a loved one leaves more than one will, this may lead to a will dispute. In such instances, the court must make the final determination. There are a few key...
Options for resolving encroachment issues
Whether you have a great relationship with your neighbors, neighbor issues tend to arise over time. One of the most common issues is encroachment. This can cover a few different types of issues. Should you face an encroachment issue with your neighbor, there are a few...
Is the HOA ineffective in resolving your noise complaint?
When you moved into your condo, you had no trouble complying with the CC&Rs set out by the Homeowners' Association. You appreciate that the HOA keeps the property well-maintained, for example, and that smoking is prohibited in common areas.However, two sisters,...
Breach of contract and its possible remedies
When you delegate a task to a specific person or party, you expect her or him to complete the work. If the party does not complete the agreed upon work within the set timeframe, or at all, you may be eligible for a breach of contract dispute. A breach of contract has...
Understanding the different special needs trusts
You want to take care of your loved ones with special needs; however, if there is a mishandling of trust funds, it may cause more harm than good. Not only may the funds face taxation, but if it appears that an individual with special needs receives or has too much...
Common reasons a living trust must be challenged
A living trust is a good way to avoid probate and keep family finances private, but sometimes it becomes necessary to challenge a living trust. It can be much more difficult to contest a living trust, because the settlor, the person who made the trust, is still...
Do you have a breach of fiduciary duty case?
A fiduciary relationship could be created under the law, such as a contractual relationship between a principal and an agent, or an administrator and an heir. It could also be created by the relationship of the parties and the transaction that has occurred for...
How to deal with landlord and tenant disputes
As a landlord, there may be times when you and your tenants in California do not see eye-to-eye on things. Your tenants may feel there are issues you are responsible for and decide to withhold their rent until you address them. You may feel that those issues are the...