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A contract must receive such an interpretation as will make it lawful, operative, definite, reasonable, and capable of being carried into effect, if it can be done without violating the intention of the parties.
- California Contract Law: Written vs. Oral Agreements
- Obtaining Relief Through Non-Contract Remedies
- Some Contacts Are More Enforceable Than Others
- San Francisco Contract Enforcement Services
When it comes to any kind of agreement, you’ve undoubtedly heard the golden rule: get it in writing. The reason for this rule is simple. Written contracts are tangible evidence that not only did an agreement take place, but also evidence of each party knowingly signing on to fulfill a specified set of terms. With such a document in place, it become...
Despite the restrictions on enforcing contracts, in many instances other legal theories may provide a route to obtaining relief. For example, people sometimes give money to another person who uses the money to purchase real estate, with an oral agreement or understanding that the person providing the money will be an owner or otherwise benefit from...
Not all contracts are created equal. Whether or not each one can be readily enforced depends on a number of factors, such as how much time has passed since the agreement was violated, whether the type of contract you entered into is “disfavored” by local law, and how clearly the contract’s terms were laid out in the first place. Let’s dive into eac...
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Oct 6, 2023 · Under California Civil Code Section 1624, certain contracts – including marriage, real estate, broker, lender, debt repayment, sales agreement, and agreements that take over a year to complete – must be in writing.
Oct 28, 2020 · 1624. The following contracts are invalid, unless they, or some note or memorandum thereof, are in writing and subscribed by the party to be charged or by the party's agent: (a) An agreement that by its terms is not to be performed within a year from the making thereof.
Aug 13, 2020 · For the contract to be enforceable what the parties agree to do or refrain from doing must be legal. That means you cannot expect to have a contract for illegal drug sales upheld by the courts if one of the parties failed to live up to their end of the bargain.
For purposes of this section, a contract, promise, undertaking, or commitment to loan money secured solely by residential property consisting of one to four dwelling units shall be deemed to be for personal, family, or household purposes.
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Learn what qualifies as a legally binding contract in California. If your agreement is legitimate but isn’t being enforced, contact me for legal counsel.
