Legal terms starting with F

The requirement to act reasonably and honestly in commercial dealings and contract performance.

An unlawful arrest made without proper legal authority, probable cause, or a valid warrant.

Complete ownership of property with no restrictions or time limits.

A serious crime punishable by more than one year in prison or death.

A written promise by a merchant to keep an offer open for a set time, which can't be revoked.

An unforeseeable, uncontrollable event that excuses contract performance.

An unforeseeable, uncontrollable event that prevents contract performance.

Physical or scientific evidence collected and analyzed to establish facts in a criminal investigation or trial.

The crime of falsely making, altering, or imitating a document or signature with intent to defraud.

A standardized contract with pre-written terms that one party offers on a take-it-or-leave-it basis.

A contract that requires specific formalities, such as a seal, notarization, or written form, to be enforceable.

A contract provision specifying which court or jurisdiction will hear any disputes between the parties.

Intentional deception or misrepresentation made to trick someone into entering a contract or deal.

A deliberate false statement made with intent to deceive and cause harm.

An unforeseen event makes contract performance impossible or radically different from what was intended.

An unforeseen event destroys the main reason for making the contract, even though performance is still possible.

A person who flees or hides to avoid arrest, prosecution, or imprisonment for a crime.