Asked by Kayla Ellison on May 11, 2024

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Which of the following occur(s) when a party threatens to file a criminal lawsuit unless consent is given to the terms of a contract?

A) Duress
B) Undue influence
C) Durable fraud
D) Criminal influence
E) Duress and undue influence,but not durable fraud

Duress

A condition in which a person performs an act as a result of violence, threat, or other pressure against the person, rendering any agreement made under such conditions potentially voidable.

Criminal Lawsuit

A legal proceeding brought against an individual or entity accused of committing a crime, with the intention of achieving a formal judgment of guilt.

Undue Influence

A situation in which an individual is able to exert a level of influence over another person, typically in a way that undermines the individual's free will or judgement, often a concern in contract law and wills.

  • Understand and recognize the legal constructs of duress and undue influence within the scope of contracts.
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Sanaa NelsonMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Duress is a much more visible and active interference with free will than is undue influence.Duress is found when one party was forced into the agreement by the wrongful act of another.An example of duress is when one party threatens to file a criminal lawsuit unless another party gives consent to the terms of the contract.