Cause of Action

“A cause of action is the legal foundation that gives a party the right to seek judicial relief, consisting of facts and legal theories that support a valid claim against another party.”

A cause of action requires specific elements: a legal duty owed, breach of that duty, and resulting damages. In tariff disputes, common causes include violations of due process, exceeding statutory authority, or arbitrary agency decisions.

Federal agencies must follow established procedures when implementing trade policies. When tariffs are imposed without proper legal justification, affected businesses have grounds to challenge these actions in court.

TariffCounsel helps small businesses identify valid causes of action against unlawful federal tariff policies that harm their operations.