Business & Contracts

Contract Disputes in Texas

When a contract is breached in Texas, you may be entitled to actual damages, consequential damages, and in some cases attorney's fees. Learn how to protect your interests.

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Contract Disputes in Texas

A valid contract in Texas requires offer, acceptance, consideration, and mutual assent. When one party fails to perform, the other may sue for breach of contract.

Damages Available

  • Actual/direct damages — the value of what was promised
  • Consequential damages — foreseeable losses caused by the breach
  • Specific performance — court order to perform the contract
  • Attorney's fees — available if the contract or statute allows

The statute of limitations for written contracts in Texas is 4 years.