Breach of Contract Lawyer Houston
Did your employer ignore your employment agreement? Denied pay, benefits, or a promised position? Our Houston breach of contract attorneys fight to protect your rights and hold employers accountable.
When Broken Promises Threaten Your Career or Business
At Egbuonu Law, we know a contract is a promise. When it’s broken, we act fast to protect your finances, reputation, and future — and hold the other party accountable.
We Defend Your Right to Fair and Honest Deals
Every breach of contract case begins with a promise — a deal, a handshake, an agreement that was supposed to mean something. Whether it’s an employer breaking an employment agreement, a partner failing to pay, or a business vendor not honoring their terms, we fight to make it right.
We Know the Tactics of Contract Violators
Excuses, delays, and sudden changes to “interpretations” — we’ve seen it all. We dig through the fine print, uncover the truth, and expose those who think they can walk away without consequences.
We Simplify Complex Legal Language
Contracts can be filled with confusing legal terms and loopholes. We break everything down for you — your rights, your options, and your path to recovery — so you stay in control every step of the way.
We Fight for What You’re Owed
From financial compensation and interest to specific performance and damages, we pursue every remedy Texas law allows. At CE Law Office, we make sure broken promises don’t break your future.
What Our Clients Say
Clients value our firm’s clear communication, compassion, and commitment to fair results in employment, personal injury, and criminal defense cases.
Justice doesn’t wait — and neither do we.
Every case at Egbuonu Law starts with one mindset — we’re ready for trial. That preparation gives us leverage long before we ever step into a courtroom.
Clients trust us because we keep them informed, not guessing. They know their lawyer is in the fight with them, not behind a desk.
And when it’s time to act, we go on offense — pushing harder, arguing sharper, and refusing to back down. That’s how we’ve secured dismissals, acquittals, and life-changing settlements across Houston.
What Is a Breach of Employment Contract
A breach of employment contract happens when either party fails to meet the terms of a valid agreement. In Houston, these contracts are enforceable under Texas Business & Commerce Code §26.01, requiring certain agreements—like those exceeding one year—to be in writing. Breaches may involve unpaid wages, wrongful termination, or broken non-compete or confidentiality terms. Under the Texas Common Law of Contracts, employees can pursue compensation for lost wages, benefits, and other damages caused by an employer’s failure to uphold their contractual obligations.
Types of Breach of Contract Cases We Handle
Employment contract breaches in Houston vary by type — Minor, Material, Anticipatory, or Fundamental. Knowing the breach type helps determine your rights and legal options.
Minor Breach (Partial Breach)
A minor or partial breach occurs when an employer fails to fulfill part of their contractual obligations, but the essential purpose of the contract remains intact. Common examples include:
Unpaid Wages, Bonuses, or Commissions:
When an employer delays or fails to pay salary, overtime, bonuses, or commissions, it may violate Texas Labor Code §61.014 (Payday Law) and general breach principles under Texas Business & Commerce Code §26.01. Employees can pursue unpaid amounts through administrative claims or civil action.
Unfulfilled Employment Benefits:
Denial or reduction of promised benefits like health insurance, stock options, or paid leave constitutes a breach under Texas Business & Commerce Code §1.201(b)(12). CE Law Office helps employees recover the full value of these benefits.
Material Breach
A material breach occurs when an employer violates essential terms of the contract, significantly affecting the employee’s rights or job. Examples include:
Wrongful Termination of Contract Employees
Terminating a contract employee before the agreed term or without cause violates Texas Business & Commerce Code §2.309 and §26.01. Employees may seek damages for lost wages and benefits.
Breach of Non-Compete or Confidentiality Terms
Enforcement or violation of non-compete and confidentiality agreements can constitute a material breach. These are governed by Texas Business & Commerce Code §15.50–§15.52
Anticipatory Breach (Repudiation)
An anticipatory breach occurs when an employer clearly indicates in advance that they will not perform their contractual duties.
Retaliation for Enforcing Contractual Rights
If you’re demoted, disciplined, or fired after asserting your contractual rights, this may qualify as an anticipatory or retaliatory breach. Employees are protected under Texas Labor Code §21.055. CE Law Office ensures employers cannot punish workers for seeking what they were promised.
Fundamental Breach
A fundamental breach is a severe violation that undermines the entire contract, excusing the non-breaching party from performing its obligations.
Executive and Professional Contract Violations
Executives often face breaches involving bonus structures, equity grants, or severance agreements. These breaches affect the core purpose of the contract and are actionable under Texas Business & Commerce Code §26.01(a)(7)
Breach of Implied Contracts
Even without a written agreement, consistent employer conduct or promises may create implied contracts. Texas courts recognize these under common law (Montgomery County Hosp. Dist. v. Brown, 965 S.W.2d 501).
How Do I File a Breach of Employment Contract Claim in Texas?
If your employer fails to meet the terms of your employment agreement, you have the right to pursue legal action under Texas Business & Commerce Code §§1.201(b)(12) and §2.309, which define contract performance and reasonable time for fulfillment. Depending on your situation, your claim may involve unpaid compensation, benefits, or wrongful termination. To take action for a breach of employment contract in Texas:
Review your employment agreement:
- Ensure the contract is valid, written, and signed under Texas Business & Commerce Code §26.01
Document the violation
- Keep records of emails, pay slips, or any written communication showing the employer’s failure to meet obligations.
Notify your employer
- In some cases, written notice of breach gives the employer a chance to correct the issue before legal action.
Consult an employment attorney
- A Texas employment lawyer can assess your damages and determine whether to pursue mediation or file a civil lawsuit.
File a lawsuit if necessary
- Breach of contract claims fall under Texas’s four-year statute of limitations (Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §16.004).
Seek compensation
- You may recover lost wages, benefits, bonuses, and potentially attorney’s fees under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §38.001.
Do You Have a Case?
In Which Situations Can You Take Action for a Breach of Employment Contract?
Employment contracts in Texas create enforceable obligations for both employers and employees. When an employer fails to honor these agreements, employees have the right to pursue legal remedies under Texas Business & Commerce Code §26.01 and related statutes. You may have a breach of contract claim in situations such as:
Unpaid Wages, Bonuses, or Commissions
When an employer fails to pay promised salary, overtime, or bonuses, it may violate the Texas Payday Law and general contract principles.
Unfulfilled Employment Benefits
Denial of promised benefits like health insurance, paid time off, or stock options is a breach, which enforces performance of agreed terms.
Wrongful Termination of Contract Employees
Terminating a fixed-term or for-cause contract employee before the agreed-upon end date allows recovery for lost wages and benefits.
Executive and Professional Contract Violations
Breaches involving bonuses, equity grants, or severance agreements protect executives and professionals with written contracts that cannot be performed within one year.
Breach of Non-Compete or Confidentiality Terms
Violating non-compete or confidentiality provisions may be actionable.
Breach of Implied Contracts
Even without a written agreement, consistent employer conduct can create enforceable obligations under Texas common law.
Retaliation for Enforcing Contractual Rights
Demotion, discipline, or termination after asserting contractual rights is prohibited.
Ready to Protect Your Contract Rights?
Your employment agreement is legally binding — you shouldn’t have to accept violations. If your employer failed to honor your contract, Egbuonu Law is ready to help. Contact us today for a free consultation, and take the first step toward recovering lost wages, benefits, or severance — and protecting your future.
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