Defenses to Breach of Contract Claims: Legal Strategies and Case Examples

In this video, we delve into the various legal defenses available to counter a breach of contract claim. Understanding these defenses is crucial for anyone involved in contract disputes. We cover key defenses such as challenges to the validity of the contract based on issues like lack of capacity, duress, misrepresentation, and unconscionability.

We also explore the impact of the Statute of Frauds, which requires certain contracts to be in writing, and how changes in circumstances, like impossibility or frustration of purpose, can render a contract unenforceable. Additionally, we discuss special considerations for contracts involving minors and the legal implications of part performance in different types of contracts. Key topics include:

Validity of Contracts: Meeting of the Minds, Intent, and Capacity
Duress, Misrepresentation, and Unconscionability as Defenses
Statute of Frauds: When Contracts Must Be in Writing
Impossibility, Impracticability, and Frustration of Purpose
Special Rules for Contracts Involving Minors
Part Performance and Its Legal Consequences
Understanding the Role of the UCC in Contract Enforcement

Through detailed examples and case law, this video provides a comprehensive overview of how these defenses operate in practice. Whether you're a legal professional or someone interested in contract law, this video offers valuable insights into the complexities of defending against breach of contract claims.

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