You've read about the statute of frauds and how it requires certain agreements to be in writing (remember the acronym MYLEGS). Thinking about all contracts, do you think that all contracts should be in writing? Or do you think this would hinder or slow down transactions? Please discuss your thoughts on these questions while keeping in mind the purpose behind the statute of frauds.
You've read about the statute of frauds and how it requires certain agreements to be in writing (remember the acronym MYLEGS). Thinking about all contracts, do you think that all contracts should be in writing? Or do you think this would hinder or slow down transactions? Please discuss your thoughts on these questions while keeping in mind the purpose behind the statute of frauds.
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You've read about the statute of frauds and how it requires certain agreements to be in writing (remember the acronym MYLEGS). Thinking about all contracts, do you think that all contracts should be in writing? Or do you think this would hinder or slow down transactions?
Please discuss your thoughts on these questions while keeping in mind the purpose behind the statute of frauds.
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