When can I sue for breach of contact?

In Utah, oral contracts are subject to a four-year statute of limitations and if a contract is in writing, that period is extended to six years.

For breach of contract cases, a claim officially starts (or "accrues") when the last thing needed to trigger the legal claim happens. Once the claim accrues, the statute of limitations starts running.

If a contract depends on a condition precedent—meaning something specific has to happen before the agreement kicks in—then no one can enforce the contract until that condition is met. In other words, if a condition precedent hasn’t happened, there’s no binding contract to enforce.

Whether something in a contract is a condition or just a general obligation depends on the intent of the parties. Words like “on condition that,” “if,” or “provided” usually indicate a condition precedent. Unless the contract clearly says otherwise, using these words means the contract is conditional.

If you are thinking about enforcing a contract, it is important that you consult with an attorney to determine whether your breach of contract claim is ripe for judicial review and enforcement. The attorneys at Keiter Law, P.C. have drafted and enforced countless agreements and are prepared to represent your interests to the maximum extent permitted by law.