A Promise That in Fact Does Not Impose Any Obligation

question 4

True/False

A promise that in fact does not impose any obligation on the promisor is known as an elusive promise.

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Definitions:

Extortion

The act of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats.

Preexisting Duty

Preexisting Duty is a legal principle stating that an action or service required by an existing contract cannot serve as consideration for a new contract.

Promissory Estoppel

A doctrine that applies when a promisor makes a clear and definite promise on which the promisee justifiably relies. Such a promise is binding if justice will be better served by the enforcement of the promise.

Promisor

An individual or entity that makes a promise to perform an act or fulfill an obligation as specified in a contract.