The Court May Decline to Apply the Parol Evidence Rule

question 72

True/False

The court may decline to apply the parol evidence rule if the language in the written contract is ambiguous.

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Definitions:

Close Corporations

A type of business structure where the number of shareholders is limited, and stock is not publicly traded, often managed in a hands-on manner by its owners.

Fiduciaries

Individuals, organizations, or entities that hold a position of trust and are required to act in the best interest of another party, such as a trustee or financial advisor.

Shareholders

Individuals or entities that own shares in a corporation, thereby having a financial interest in its performance and governance.

Dissenters' Rights

Legal provisions that allow shareholders to demand the corporation buy back their shares at a fair value if they do not agree with certain fundamental changes.