Mutual Consent

/ˌmjuː.tʃu.əl kənˈsent/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A mutual agreement by all parties involved to the terms of a contract or arrangement, reflecting a meeting of the minds and voluntary acceptance.
    The contract was valid because it was formed through mutual consent of both parties.

Commentary

Mutual consent is fundamental in contract law and requires clear, voluntary agreement by all parties; ambiguous or coerced consent can invalidate agreements.

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