Asked by Brandon Pimentel on Jul 05, 2024

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When a promisee who has an existing claim agrees with the promisor that he will accept some performance different from that which was originally agreed on,both parties can use the remedy of:

A) specific performance.
B) accord and satisfaction.
C) waiver.
D) rescissions.

Accord and Satisfaction

Accord and Satisfaction is a legal settlement where a debtor agrees to pay a lesser amount than originally owed, and the creditor agrees to accept this as full settlement of the debt.

Specific Performance

A legal remedy where the court orders a party to fulfill their obligations under a contract, as opposed to awarding damages.

Waiver

A waiver is the voluntary relinquishment or surrender of some known right or privilege.

  • Identify the various remedies for breached contracts and the conditions under which they are applicable.
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Kathryn BlackJul 07, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
An accord is an agreement whereby a promisee who has an existing claim agrees with the promisor that he will accept some performance different from that which was originally agreed on.When the promisor performs the accord,it is called a satisfaction.