Text Contract Validity Guide

Summary

For a contract to be valid, it needs: Agreement (Offer and Acceptance), Consideration, Capacity of parties, and Legality of the subject matter. Texts can be considered written agreements. Capacity of parties refers to the legal ability of a person to enter into a contract. Minors, mentally incapacitated persons, and individuals under the influence of drugs/alcohol may lack capacity. All four elements must be present for a contract to be enforceable. Determining capacity over texts can be difficult, so always consult a local attorney for detailed advice.

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I want to see if these series of texts is considered a viable contract.
To help you better, could you please provide some details about the content of these messages? Also, do you mind sharing the jurisdiction you're located in? Laws about contract viability can vary by location.
Its between a buisness in Indiana and a customer in Ohio.
For a contract to be valid, it needs:
- Agreement (Offer and Acceptance)
- Consideration
- Capacity of parties
- Legality of the subject matter
Texts can be considered written agreements. However, it's crucial to consult with a local attorney as laws vary by state.
What do you mean "Capacity of parties"?
"Capacity of parties" refers to the legal ability of a person to enter into a contract. In general, minors, mentally incapacitated persons, and individuals under the influence of drugs/alcohol may lack the capacity to form a valid contract.
Can i message you a series of texts between * parties and see if its a viable contract?
Yes, you can share the text messages. However, I can only provide general legal information and cannot give a definitive answer about the contract's validity. For a precise evaluation, it's best to consult a local attorney in Ohio or Indiana.
$* to record * songs in December? How many songs is your album? *-* if we include the bad EP we recorded $* whole album And we'll mix and master it too We can do half that upfront Don't need any upfront Pay as you go It would be roughly $*/song Okay with traveling. We're going to try to knock out at least five songs at a time while we're there. We originally had plans for December 23rd. Does that date work for you? don't quite know about that date. But only because it's so close to Xmas. I think it'll work But if we could st would be better arlier in Dec it
Based on these texts:
- Offer and Acceptance: $* to record * songs or $* for the whole album, payable as you go.
- Consideration: The service to be rendered is recording, mixing, and mastering songs.
- Capacity: No information provided.
- Legality: The subject matter is legal.
Remember, this is general information. Consult a local attorney in Ohio or Indiana for specific advice.
Do you only need * or more of these topic to be true to make it a legal contract?
For a contract to be valid, all four elements must be present:
- Agreement (Offer and Acceptance)
- Consideration
- Capacity of Parties
- Legality of the Subject Matter
Without any of these, a contract may not be enforceable. Always consult with a local attorney for precise advice.
But you only need one to be a viable contract?
No, a viable contract requires all four elements: Agreement, Consideration, Capacity of Parties, and Legality of the Subject Matter. Without these, a contract may not be enforceable. Please consult a local attorney for specific advice.
How would someone know the capacity over texts?
Determining capacity over texts can be difficult. Generally, you'd assume capacity unless there's reason to suspect otherwise, such as messages indicating the person is underage or mentally incapacitated. However, this is not foolproof, so always consult a local attorney for detailed advice.