Embry v. Hargadine, McKittrick Dry Goods Co.

Citation

105 Mo. App. 257 (1907)

Facts

Stub — to be completed.

Issue

Stub — to be completed.

Holding

Stub — to be completed.

Rule

Contract formation is governed by objective manifestations; if a reasonable person in the offeree’s position would understand the words as an offer and acceptance, a contract is formed regardless of the offeror’s subjective intent.

Significance

Classic case on the objective theory of contract formation.

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