Question: in this module, you learned that in order for a contract to be valid, you need to have adequate consideration and capacity. In this discussion,

in this module, you learned that in order for a contract to be valid, you need to have adequate consideration and capacity. In this discussion, you will have an opportunity to discuss whether adequate consideration and capacity exists or not.

Read this Mental Capacity Case: https://law.justia.com/cases/massachusetts/supreme-court/2012/sjc-10868.html

regarding a sister who argues that her sister did not have mental capacity to sell the family home. You will address whether there was adequate consideration and capacity in the questions below.

Initial Post

In your initial post, address the following:

  • Do you believe Susan had capacity to contract?
  • Do you agree with the Court's ruling in this case? Would you uphold the contract? Be sure to explain your answer based on the legal principles we have been discussing in this module.

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