If you’ve been accused of breaching a contract, there are a number of potential defenses. Here are 30.

And if you want to create one, what words and phrases should you consider using?

And if you do, is that going to be enough to prove your case . . .

The Virginia Supreme Court recognizes a new exception to the American rule on attorney fee awards

If you’re going to have a “fair market value” price term in your contract, this case is a must read.

Contracts require mutual assent. Trust agreements, like wills, are unilateral acts.

If you are an owner or general contractor, a must read on potential liability for a sub's contracts.

You can take back your marriage vows, but not your rejected contract offers.

The Virginia Supreme Court explains.

Two keys to enforceable attorney fee clauses under Virginia law.

The Virginia Supreme Court's latest guidance on the remedy of equitable rescission.

Or, an example of when complexity ought not be confused with convolution.

You can't prohibit your employees from providing any services to your client after they leave your employment.

In a form contract, an attorney fee clause awarding one party all its fees, regardless of the case's outcome, is unenforceable.

From the archives . . .

A cautionary case about how even free dirt may cost you.

Insurer reviews company's business and recommends $6 million policy, which company buys. Uh-oh . . .

A family contracts with a company to build a home. Leaks, mold, sick family follow. Can they sue for personal injuries?

A personal guarantee prospectively waives the right to raise statute of limitations as a defense. Is this waiver enforceable?