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Depends. If the favor is to give money to charity, common law said yes, and that's one of the few such enforceable promises to make a gift. Otherwise, generally no but facts can vary and if there's any kind of consideration for the promise, it might be enforceable.
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Can adult child sue for college support if father promised and then didn't pay?
Yes, but a "promise" is not a binding legal contract unless it was in writing and witnessed. If the stipulation was included in the support writ then it is legall binding. Someverbal contracts can also be legally binding, but specific circumstances must exist for that to be held true. If the parent agreedverballyto accept responsibilityfor continued support and later had a change of mind for whatever reason,it is unlikely the court would rule in favor of the plaintiff.
What is the meaning of obligated?
The act of obligating., That which obligates or constrains; the binding power of a promise, contract, oath, or vow, or of law; that which constitutes legal or moral duty., Any act by which a person becomes bound to do something to or for anouther, or to forbear something; external duties imposed by law, promise, or contract, by the relations of society, or by courtesy, kindness, etc., The state of being obligated or bound; the state of being indebted for an act of favor or kindness; as, to place others under obligations to one., A bond with a condition annexed, and a penalty for nonfulfillment. In a larger sense, it is an acknowledgment of a duty to pay a certain sum or do a certain things.
What is the meaning of family obligation?
The act of obligating., That which obligates or constrains; the binding power of a promise, contract, oath, or vow, or of law; that which constitutes legal or moral duty., Any act by which a person becomes bound to do something to or for anouther, or to forbear something; external duties imposed by law, promise, or contract, by the relations of society, or by courtesy, kindness, etc., The state of being obligated or bound; the state of being indebted for an act of favor or kindness; as, to place others under obligations to one., A bond with a condition annexed, and a penalty for nonfulfillment. In a larger sense, it is an acknowledgment of a duty to pay a certain sum or do a certain things.
Is a verbal agreement over the phone legally binding in Nassau County?
Not unless you have a recording of the phonecall as evidence and a judge rules in your favor.
What best describes the differences in ideas between Thomas Hobbes and John Locke?
Hobbes was more in favor of monarchy
What can you do if you have givin the deed to a house to a person who you have a contract with and has not paid you any monies toward the house as per contract you are in the state of California?
If the buyer executed a mortgage in your favor then all you need to do is foreclose on the mortgage and take possession of the property. If the money due to you from the sale is not in the form of a mortgage in your favor then you will have to take your chances suing the new owner in a court of equity for breach of contract.
What did Jeremy promise to Mrs Frisby?
Jeremy promises to do any favor for Mrs. Frisby because she saved his life from the cat Dragon.
What factors in the auditor and client relationship create a power imbalance in favor of the client?
What factors in the auditor and client relationship create a power imbalance in favor of the client? In:http://wiki.answers.com/Q/FAQ/3335-35 [Edit categories]
If a car dealer entered the wrong price on a contract in my favor and did not catch it for 48 hours can they require us to resign another one?
Would you want them to redo the contract if the roles were changed?
The disagreement over the ratification of the us Constitution had what effect on the government?
For one, slavery was not abolished because even though most northern states were not in favor of slavery, they eventually compromised to create/keep a union. Many African Americans who fought for the country's independence in promise for their freedom were returned to slavery.
What is a sentence for the word electorate?
His promise of tax cuts for low-income workers appealed to the electorate.
Why was the courts in favor of Mack in the case Moore v Mack truck?
because Mack and Worldwide had contract, which were signed my Moore, that protected them
