In 2018, there were a number of high-profile breach of contract lawsuits that made headlines. From big business deals gone sour to personal disputes between individuals, the cases varied in size and scope but all shared one thing in common: a contract gone awry.

One of the most notable cases of the year was the legal battle between music mogul Dr. Dre and his former business partner, Steven Lamar. Lamar claimed that he and Dre had entered into a contract in 2007 that entitled him to royalties from the sale of Beats headphones. Dre, on the other hand, argued that the contract was not valid and that Lamar was not entitled to any money. The case ultimately ended in a victory for Dre, with a judge ruling that the contract was not enforceable.

Another high-profile case involved the Weinstein Company, which was sued by producers who claimed that they had not been paid for their work on the television show “Project Runway.” The lawsuit alleged that the Weinstein Company had breached its contract by failing to pay the producers the agreed-upon fees. The case was settled out of court, with the producers receiving an undisclosed sum.

In the tech world, Oracle and Google continued their long-standing legal battle over the use of Java in Google`s Android operating system. The case had been ongoing since 2010, with Oracle claiming that Google had violated its copyright by using Java without permission. In 2018, the case was sent back to a lower court for a retrial, with Google ultimately winning the case.

These cases and others like them highlight the importance of carefully drafting and reviewing contracts before they are signed. A well-written contract can help prevent disputes and litigation, while a poorly written one can lead to costly legal battles. As businesses and individuals continue to navigate complex legal terrain in the coming years, it`s clear that having solid contracts in place will be more important than ever.