Undue Influence
/ˌʌnˈduː ˈɪnfluəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Improper persuasion exerted on a party, overcoming their free will to enter or modify a legal agreement, typically voiding consent-based transactions.
The contract was rescinded due to the plaintiff proving undue influence by the defendant.
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Commentary
Undue influence often arises in fiduciary or confidential relationships; proving it may require showing the influencer's dominance and the victim's vulnerability.
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