Thomson Reuters Practical Law recently published “Contract Basics for Litigators: Massachusetts,” written by Davis Malm shareholders Larry Casey, Jim Gallagher, Chris Marino and Gary Matsko, with Practical Law Commercial Litigation. The guide focuses on contract principles and breach of contract issues under Massachusetts common law and addresses contract formation, types of contracts, general contract construction rules, how to alter and terminate contracts, and how courts interpret and enforce dispute resolution clauses. Additionally, it outlines the basics of a breach of contract action, including the elements of the claim, the statute of limitations, common defenses, and the types of remedies available to the non-breaching party.

Larry, Jim, Chris and Gary collectively bring decades of litigation experience to this resource, and the team’s effort expands on Davis Malm’s longstanding reputation as an authority in litigation.

Thomson Reuters Practical Law is the legal know-how that goes beyond primary law and traditional legal research to give lawyers a better starting point. Their expert team of attorney editors creates and maintains thousands of up-to-date, practical resources across all major practice areas.

For more information, contact: Joanne Thorud; (617) 589-3894; jthorud@davismalm.com

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