Meta Overview: Undermining Assent This post explores the legal doctrine of mutual mistake, a powerful contract defense that can render an agreement voidable. Learn the essential elements—mistake of basic assumption, material effect, and risk allocation—and the remedies of rescission and reformation. Understanding the Doctrine of Mutual Mistake in Contract Law Every contract is built upon […]
Meta Description: Discover the legal definition and implications of a Contract of Adhesion (Standard Form Contract). Learn about the ‘take-it-or-leave-it’ nature, its enforceability under legal scrutiny, and how consumers can challenge unfair or unconscionable clauses using doctrines like ‘Reasonable Expectations.’ The Contract of Adhesion: Navigating the Fine Print in a “Take-It-or-Leave-It” World Every day, you
Post Overview: Protecting Against Coercion This post explores the economic duress defense in contract law, a vital safeguard that can render an agreement voidable when one party is coerced by illegitimate pressure and has no reasonable alternative but to submit. We examine the core legal elements, differentiate between duress and tough commercial bargaining, and discuss