Contract Analysis: Case Study: Biblical Obligation

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Contract Analysis: Case Study
The Marshall situation may be complicated since there is an implied contract as well as a written contract involved. I would ensure an end of the agreement first through Biblical approach then if necessary by legal means. My son was still a minor while signing the contract and I was entitled to knowledge of the written consent before the signing. Even though Marshall is not a Christian, Proverbs 15:31 (NIV) applies to those in the wrong, “Whoever heeds life-giving correction will be at home among the wise”. I have a Biblical obligation to ask Marshall to make it right first before involving the legal system.
My son’s age does have relevance. In most states, if a minor turns 18 and does not act to void a contract that they signed before age 18, then the contract cannot be voided. In Alabama tough, the contract could still be voided since my son has not reached age 19 (Ala.). The first step to attempt to solve the conflict would be to set up a meeting with Marshall and talk into the validity of the contract due to my son’s age. This meeting should also include my son. Marshall may not be a Christian, but if he has a sense of right and wrong, he could easily persuaded to understand the contract is void due to my son’s age. From a
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Under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), there is an implied obligation of good faith (39 Tulsa L., 2003-2004). Additionally UCC governs contracts, “A buyer, although unsure of its precise future needs, receives an assurance of a continuous supply of goods at a fixed price” (39 Tulsa L. Rev. 711, 2003-2004). Since I have supplied grapes on a consistent basis in the past this might fall under UCC. The complaint would be in the event that my company pursues the opportunity to form an agreement with another company and not continuing to supply grapes to

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