State Pascal's Principle

question 49

Essay

State Pascal's Principle

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Definitions:

Misrepresentation

Misrepresentation refers to a false statement of fact made by one party to another, which induces that other party into entering a contract.

Undue Influence

A situation where an individual is persuaded or coerced in a way that disrupts their free will, often leading to unfair agreements.

Non Est Factum

A defense in contract law that allows a person to avoid liability because they were mistaken about the nature of the document signed, not merely its contents.

Unconscionable Transaction

An equitable principle allowing courts to set aside a contract in which a party in a superior bargaining position took advantage of the other party and the consideration was grossly unfair.