Business Sale Contract Dispute

Summary

Your ex-bosss continued use of the business name and phone number after selling the company may constitute a breach of contract. Review the contract for clauses on business name usage and client retention. Gather evidence of his actions and consult a lawyer to explore legal options. Mediation or legal action may be necessary to enforce the contract terms.

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My ex boss sold me a company for *,* dollars. A contract was drawn up and we both signed. I am now asking for a refund if *,* because he still uses the name for advertising and still uses the company phone number to keep existing clients and to obtain new ones.
It sounds like you may have grounds for a legal dispute regarding the contract and business sale. Here are some potential considerations:
- Review the contract for clauses related to intellectual property and business operations.
- Check if there are any non-compete agreements in place.
- Consider mediation or legal action for breach of contract.
Has your ex-boss responded to your refund request?
He declined my request and denied any wrong doing.
It seems like a complex situation with potential breach of contract issues. You might consider the following steps:
- Examine the contract for any clauses about business name usage and client retention.
- Gather evidence of your ex-boss's actions.
- Consult a lawyer to explore legal options for enforcing the contract terms.
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