Verbal Agreement Backing Out

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Verbal agreements can be legally binding in connecticut, but it depends on the specifics of the situation. Consider the consequences and consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.

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I am being held to an agreement when I was withheld important information and I want to back out but they won’t let me
What type of agreement are you referring to, ****?
I was asked to help participate in a parade, I said alright and they didn’t tell me anything about the dance because they know I wouldn’t agree
Did you sign any written agreement or contract for this participation?
over messages I said alright I never signed an official agreement
What state are you located in, ****? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding verbal agreements in your area.
Connecticut
Did you receive any compensation or benefits for agreeing to participate in the parade?
no
What were the terms of your verbal agreement? In Connecticut, verbal agreements can be legally binding, but it depends on the specifics of the situation.
they told me they needed people for a parade and I said alright but I also asked for the information and they said nothing about dancing
What are the consequences you're facing for not participating in the dance?
i don’t know
What are they threatening you with if you don't participate in the dance?
ill check
What did they say when you expressed your desire to back out of the parade participation?
They told me I have to be in it because my name is already on the list
What is the name of the organization that is holding the parade?
It is for a school dance
What is the name of your school and its location?
Manchester High School in Manchester Connecticut
What is the exact wording of the message where you agreed to participate in the parade?
We need more guys to do the Homecoming parade. Theme is Barbie you’d be Ken
What is the exact consequence they mentioned if you don't participate in the parade?
They said I would “You’ll disappoint a lot of people”
What is the official stance of your school on student participation in events like this?
I don’t know, I don’t think they care if one person doesn’t do it
What is the school's policy on student participation in extracurricular activities?
they want you to do some
What is the school's policy on withdrawing from extracurricular activities after agreeing to participate?
But I am in an extracurricular
What is the school's policy on withdrawing from an extracurricular activity after you've agreed to participate?
I am apart of the news program for the school and I was asked to help record Homecoming
What is the school's policy on conflicts between extracurricular activities?
so I’m already in an extracurricular activity
What is the school's policy on managing conflicts between different extracurricular activities?
Homecoming committee
So I’m not quitting an extracurricular activity
What is the school's policy on student participation in multiple extracurricular activities simultaneously?
They say to do the one you committed to first
What is the school's policy on withdrawing from a commitment if you were not fully informed about what it entails?
there is new information tho
What is the new information that you have received?
they are willing to pay me $* should I try to bargain
What are the terms of this new offer? Are they offering $* for your participation in the dance or for something else?
for more money
What is the minimum amount you would accept to participate in the parade?
$*
What is the school's policy on compensation for participation in extracurricular activities?
yes
What is the school's policy on compensation for participation in extracurricular activities?
they don’t mind
What is the school's policy on negotiating compensation for participation in extracurricular activities?
theu don’t mind
What is the school's policy on withdrawing from a commitment after receiving compensation?
they don’t care
What is the school's policy on the consequences of withdrawing from a commitment after receiving compensation?
they don’t mind
What is the school's policy on the consequences of not fulfilling a commitment after receiving compensation?
they don’t mind
What is the school's policy on the consequences of not fulfilling a commitment after receiving compensation?
That is all I’ve made up my mind thank you
I'm glad to hear that you've made a decision. If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Best of luck with your situation!