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Natasha Welborn
on Nov 23, 2024
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Sarah Burns is suing her lawyer, Tom Lachey, for the return of property worth $20,000 that she had given him. She had signed a properly sealed document making the gift to him. She says she knew what she was signing but felt overwhelmed by his manner. If Sarah Burns is married to Tom Lachey, she cannot sue him for undue influence.
Undue Influence
The manipulation or taking advantage of another, often in legal contexts concerning wills or contracts, where consent may be called into question.
Married
The legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.
- Understand the legal concept of undue influence and its implications on contract validity.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the legal concept of undue influence and its implications on contract validity.