Damages: Damages are the most common form of legal remedy for contract breaches. They aim to compensate the non-breaching party for the financial losses suffered as a result of the violation. Damages can be classified into three main types.

Compensatory Damages: These compensate the non-breaching party for the direct financial losses incurred due to the breach.

Consequential Damages: Also known as special or indirect damages, these cover losses that were not directly foreseeable but are a consequence of the breach.

Punitive Damages: Rare in contract law, punitive damages are designed to punish the breaching party for particularly egregious behavior.

Specific Performance: In some cases, monetary compensation may not be sufficient to remedy the harm caused by a breach. Specific performance is a legal remedy that involves a court order requiring the breaching party to fulfill their contractual obligations as specified in the agreement. This remedy is typically sought when the subject matter of the contract is unique, such as in real estate transactions or the creation of unique goods.

Injunctions: An injunction is a court order prohibiting a party from taking specific actions. In the context of contract breaches, an injunction may be sought to prevent the breaching party from continuing actions that violate the terms of the contract. Injunctions are particularly useful when the violation involves ongoing or continuous harm.

Rescission and Restitution: Rescission involves canceling the contract, treating it as if it never existed. This remedy is typically sought when the breach is so fundamental that it undermines the entire contractual relationship. Restitution is the return of any benefits or payments made under the contract, ensuring that the non-breaching party is returned to their pre-contract position.

Liquidated Damages Clauses: Some contracts include provisions specifying the amount of damages to be paid in the event of a breach. These are known as liquidated damages clauses. When valid and enforceable, these clauses can simplify the calculation of damages, providing a predetermined amount to compensate for specific types of breaches.