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Civil & Commercial Litigation

Breach of Contract: What You Can Actually Recover

T. Maxwell Smith· February 26, 2026· 1 min read

Winning a breach claim is one thing. Understanding the damages — and the limits — is another.

When someone breaks a contract, the law aims to put you where performance would have. That usually means the benefit of the bargain, not punishment.

Some contracts shift attorney's fees; many do not. Knowing the real recovery before you sue keeps expectations — and strategy — grounded.

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