Does a contract have to be in writing to be enforceable?

It depends. State law varies; however, generally, pursuant to the Restatement (Second) of Contracts § 110, certain contracts, subject to a statute, are not enforced unless there is a written memorandum or an applicable exception.

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If Someone Sues You Can They Take Your House? Adam Keilen Some states recognize real estate ownership in the form of Tenancy by the Entirety (TBE), meaning, a judgment lien…

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Premises Liability for Business Owners

Adam Keilen Generally, as a small business owner, what duty do I owe to my customers, as it relates to premises liability? The duty owed to a business invitee (generally,…

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Truth in Lending; Mortgage Loans

Adam Keilen As of June 1, 2013, Regulation Z has prohibited arbitration in mortgage lending. TILA and Regulation Z prohibit contracts that require arbitration in closed-end loans secured by a…

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