Is a Promise to Pay a Pre-Existing Moral Obligation Enforceable

question 28

Essay

Is a promise to pay a pre-existing moral obligation enforceable? Explain.

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Definitions:

Maltreatment Cases

Instances where an individual, typically a child, experiences abuse, neglect, or exploitation, leading to potential harm to their welfare and development.

Substantiated

Verified or proven to be true, often used in legal and social contexts to confirm the validity of claims or evidence.

Reported

Relating to information, data, or incidents that have been formally communicated or documented.

Child Abuse

Deliberate action that is harmful to a child’s physical, emotional, or sexual well-being.