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Litigation Lawyers in Bristol

Commercial Litigation in Bristol, Rhode Island is a legal dispute that originated from some type of business transaction, which ends up in court. Commercial litigation can arise between essentially any two entities, and in almost any situation.

In Bristol, Rhode Island commercial litigation can be very intricate and costly. While it normally involves two business in a legal dispute with one another, it might also arise between ordinary individuals who were engaged in an informal business transaction (such as someone selling a car to her neighbor), and never would have guessed that they might be thrown into a commercial litigation case in Bristol, Rhode Island.

Common Sources of Commercial Litigation in Bristol, Rhode Island

Commercial Leases: In Bristol, Rhode Island, the vast majority of small businesses need some physical location from which to operate. Most of the time, business owners rent this space from a third party, and have a written agreement laying out these rental terms. This contract is called a "commercial lease." These contracts are sometimes breached by one, or both, of the parties involved. When this happens, commercial litigation is usually the result.

Sales of Real Estate: When buying a house or a plot of land in Bristol, Rhode Island, there are several things that can go wrong, which can lead to commercial litigation. Whether there is a defect in the seller's title, a physical defect on the property that the seller did not disclose, or the buyer fails to make timely payment, a conflict, which might lead to commercial litigation, is possible.

Sale of Goods: Buying and selling personal property is far more common than buying and selling real estate in Bristol, Rhode Island. Consequently, it's also more common for commercial litigation to arise out of disputes concerning the sale or purchase of goods, as opposed to land. Some common problems that can come up in the sale of goods are a seller's failure to deliver the right product on time, or the buyer failing to pay the price that they agreed on. Most of the time, reasonable, professional people can settle these disagreements amongst themselves. However, in relatively rare cases, they have to resort to commercial litigation when a negotiated settlement is unrealistic.

Business Loans: When someone starts a small business in Bristol, Rhode Island, they typically don't have the money to fund its start-up and first few years of operation. So, the first step is often getting a loan from a bank. However, if the business fails, and the borrower can't make payments, or the lender engages in some type of unlawful conduct, the aggrieved party is going to seek redress. In some cases, the parties will have to resort to civil litigation to resolve their conflict.

Breach of Contract: In Bristol, Rhode Island, contract law is simple in principle: when someone agrees to exchange value for value (a product in exchange for money, for example), they have entered into a contract, which is a legally-binding agreement. A contract requires at least two parties, and if either of them fails to do what is required of them under the arrangement, they are said to be in "breach" of the contract. If they do not remedy the situation, or the other party does not waive the requirement, a conflict is likely, which might lead to commercial litigation.

How Can a Bristol, Rhode Island Commercial Litigation Lawyer Help?

Business owners in Bristol, Rhode Island are probably aware of the fact that commercial litigation can always be just around the corner, and just about any business deal that goes bad can trigger it. It's advisable, therefore, to take some simple steps to prepare for possibly civil litigation, so it will only be minimally disruptive to your business, should it happen in the future.

A Bristol, Rhode Island commercial litigation attorney can help you on that front. A knowledgeable attorney can advise you of your legal rights and obligations, to avoid litigation in the first place, and can provide you with the best possible chance of prevailing if commercial litigation does arise.

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Life in Bristol

Bristol is located in Bristol County, Rhode Island. It is a small city with a population of around 23,000 people. It is a seaport that is named after Bristol, England. In fact, the atmosphere at Bristol Harbor is very serene and peaceful. It is one of Bristol's most beautiful spots!

Major industries that drive Bristol's economy include boat building, manufacturing and tourism. Some great attractions include America's Cup Hall of Fame, Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum, Bristol County Jail, Bristol County Courthouse, Bristol Ferry Lighthouse, Colt State Park, Gillary's Tavern, Herreshoff Marine Museum, Linden Place, Mount Hope Bridge, Poppasquash Farms Historic District, Joseph Reynolds House, and Coggeshall Farm Museum. As evident, Bristol is a history-lover's delight!

Bristol is also home to many law offices established by competent attorneys. These attorneys are well-experienced in many areas of law, making them easily able to handle the legal needs of residents and local businesses.

All in all, Bristol has it all--beauty, history, charm, and serenity!

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