If I indicate via email a willingness to sign a contract but never sign it, am I bound to it?
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If I indicate via email a willingness to sign a contract but never sign it, am I bound to it?
If someone asked me to sign a non-compete contract, and I respond via email
Asked on June 9, 2018 under Business Law, Massachusetts
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Since you never signed the contract, there is no contract and you are not bound by its terms or by your statement about being willing to sign the agreement.
Therefore, since no contract was signed, you are not restricted by the non-competitive agreement.
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Since you never signed the contract, there is no contract and you are not bound by its terms or by your statement about being willing to sign the agreement.
Therefore, since no contract was signed, you are not restricted by the non-competitive agreement.
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