Commissions are a form of compensation paid to employees or independent contractors in exchange for services rendered. Depending on the industry, commissions are calculated as a flat fee, as a percentage of the transaction value, or using a performance benchmark. The actual commission terms are usually detailed in a legally-binding, written contract, although verbal agreements can also be valid and enforceable.
Businesses may choose not to pay commissions, or pay a reduced commission, knowing that litigation could be more expensive for the other party than simply taking the loss. But this strategy fails when you hire The Business Trial Group on a contingency-fee basis. Our contract attorneys have a proven track record of winning commission dispute lawsuits on behalf of real estate agents and brokers, sales representatives, recruiters, and many others.