Are Breach of Contract Disputes Governed by Terms of Contract Alone?
You might think so, but generally whether the terms alone govern a dispute depends on the language in the contract. When a contractual relationship breaks down, parties that previously agreed to terms of a contract suddenly no longer agree on the meaning of key terms. Many times parties to a contract have evidence that supports […]
Parol Evidence Rule Can Sting In Court
Parties to contracts frequently argue over contract terms and the intent behind certain provisions of a contract. However, if the matter goes to court, these arguments can become meaningless if the contract is clear because of the parol evidence rule. A recent appellate court case, Connecticut Bank and Trust Co. v. Munsill-Borden Mansion, LLC, serves to […]