Who we represent
We represent people and small businesses on both sides: the one who was not paid or not served, and the one accused of breaking the deal. Knowing how these cases are built from both sides helps us find the weak points faster.
What a contract case turns on
Most disputes come down to four questions. What did the parties agree to? Who failed to do what they promised? What did that failure cost? And can it be proven with documents and witnesses? Oral and implied agreements can be enforced too, though they are harder to prove, which is why the paper trail matters.
The deadline
Most claims on a contract, written or implied, must be filed within three years (G.S. 1-52(1)). Some contracts and claims carry different limits, so we check yours on the first day.
Where the case goes
Claims of $10,000 or less can go to small claims court (G.S. 7A-210). District court hears civil cases of $25,000 or less, and superior court hears cases over $25,000 (G.S. 7A-243). Many disputes end with a demand letter or a negotiated payment before anyone files. When they don’t, we file and we prepare for trial.
What to bring
The contract and every version of it, invoices, receipts, change orders, bank records showing payments, and the emails and texts between you and the other side. If the agreement was never written down, write down what was said, when, and who heard it, while you still remember.
Your first meeting
Civil consultations start at $400. If you hire us, the fee is credited to your retainer. The attorney sets the time and place. Book online or call (336) 281-2008. We answer calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
A word from Attorney Huggins
Contract cases turn on the words on the page and what both sides did after signing. I read both closely.
A promise in writing should mean something. We make it count.
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This page is general information about North Carolina law, not legal advice for your case. Contacting us does not make us your lawyer.