Breach of Employment Contract

If you believe your employer has violated the terms of your employment, it can be difficult to know what to do next. 

Dan A. Atkerson can advise you on how to handle a breach of contract so that you get the compensation you deserve. 

Learn how an attorney can help you navigate employment claims and hold your employer accountable in Dallas, TX...

Contact an Attorney

If you believe your contractual rights have been breached or violated by your employer, you should call a qualified attorney as soon as possible.

Compile Necessary Evidence and Documents

Obtain a copy of the agreement, as well as any documentation that demonstrates how the agreement was broken. 

In order to present a valid case, you must have evidence of this breach, such as witness testimony and documentation. Common examples include email traffic, copies of the company handbook, and written reports from your human resources department. It is also possible to prove your case by providing any notes you have made to document violations of the contract, copies of your paycheck or other proof of wages, or anything else you believe might help prove that the agreement was violated.

If your employer has broken your employment contract, you may have the right to collect financial compensation or "damages." Damages are intended to compensate you for the financial losses caused by the contract breach. There are several reasons why you need a lawyer to recover damages. A lawyer can evaluate your case and let you know what you can expect to collect in damages. 

Unfortunately, there is a strict limit to the financial compensation you can win in a breach of contract case. However, depending on the circumstances of your cases, you may also be able to file a discrimination or wrongful termination lawsuit, which can help further cover money you may have lost as a result of the breach of contract. 

The specific types of damages you are entitled to receive will depend upon your specific circumstances. To find out what you can do if your employment contract has been breached, or how to handle an employment law dispute, call our offices today. Our lawyers serve clients in Dallas, Frisco, Plano, and Allen, TX.

Every case is unique, so the damages available will vary depending upon the specific facts of your case. Our lawyers strive to give you individualized attention, but there are some common threads that can be seen running throughout many breach of employment contract cases. For example, most cases include a demand for the following damages:

It is important to remember that in these cases, both employer and employee may have contentions with the employment contract between them. As a result, the best resolution is usually some form of compromise between everyone involved, resulting in a final outcome in which some give and take on both sides is needed. You will need to be flexible in your expectations. Our job is to protect your interests and advocate for an outcome that meets your needs. We do this by listening to your story, outlining your options, and pursuing an appropriate remedy. You can depend on our firm to uphold your rights throughout every step of pursuing the compensation you deserve, regardless of whether this occurs in or out of the courtroom.