Where There Is an Existing Contract Between Two Parties and One

question 20

True/False

Where there is an existing contract between two parties and one party,to ensure performance by the other,promises something more,so long as the other party also gives something more,there is a binding contract and the first party must perform the new promise.

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Definitions:

Public Policy

Principles and standards considered by the government to be of benefit to the community and used as a guide for legislative action.

Noncompetition Clauses

Provisions in employment contracts that prevent employees from entering into competition with their employer for a certain period after leaving the company.

Public Policy

Principles and standards accepted by the majority of citizens and used by legislators, judges, and public officials to guide their actions and decisions.

Illegal Contract

An agreement between parties that is prohibited by law or public policy, rendering it unenforceable.