Strategic Resolution Backed by Trial Experience
Plakas Mannos approaches commercial disputes with the client's broader business interests in mind. Our attorneys look for opportunities to resolve disputes efficiently and avoid unnecessary, costly litigation when doing so serves the client's goals.
With experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants, we understand how commercial claims may be approached from multiple perspectives. When a dispute cannot be resolved on favorable terms, our trial attorneys are prepared to protect our clients' interests in court.
Commercial Litigation FAQs
What is commercial litigation?
Commercial litigation involves legal disputes arising from business relationships, transactions, or operations. These cases can involve contracts, ownership interests, fraud, trade secrets, business torts, and other issues that affect a company's financial or business interests.
What types of business disputes can lead to litigation?
Many types of business disputes can lead to litigation, including breach of contract, shareholder or LLC member disputes, fraud and misrepresentation, trade secret disputes, unfair competition, and interference with business relationships. Litigation may become necessary when the parties cannot reach a resolution through negotiation or other means.
What should a business do when a contract is breached?
When a contract is breached, a business should review the agreement, document the alleged breach and resulting harm, and evaluate its options before taking action. A commercial litigation attorney can help determine what rights and remedies may be available and whether negotiation, arbitration, or litigation is the most appropriate path forward.
How are shareholder or LLC member disputes resolved?
Shareholder and LLC member disputes may be resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation, depending on the circumstances and the governing agreements. The appropriate approach can depend on issues such as ownership rights, management authority, fiduciary duties, financial interests, and the parties' goals for the business.
Does every commercial dispute have to go to court?
No. Many commercial disputes can be resolved without going to trial through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or settlement. Plakas Mannos looks for opportunities to resolve disputes without unnecessary litigation while remaining prepared to take a case to court when litigation is necessary to protect the client's interests.
When should a business contact a commercial litigation attorney?
A business should consider contacting a commercial litigation attorney when a dispute threatens its financial interests, operations, ownership, important relationships, or long-term goals. Seeking counsel early can help the business understand its options, assess potential risks, and develop a strategy before the dispute escalates.
