Law A-Level
Objective Theory of Agreement
What Objective Theory of Agreement means in Law A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Objective Theory of Agreement
Assesses the legal shift from searching for a subjective 'meeting of minds' (consensus ad idem) to an external evaluation of party conduct and reasonable expectations as established in Smith v Hughes.
Topics that use Objective Theory of Agreement
- Law of contract (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Equitable Discretion
- Equitable Mitigation of Hardship
- Freedom of Contract
- Implied Term
- Limitation of Liability
- Repeat Performance
- Risk Allocation and Frustration
- Sanctity of Contract
Using Objective Theory of Agreement in the exam
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