Principle

EQUITY AND TRUSTS – Specific Performance – Prerequisite – Existence of Valid Contract

Area of law
EQUITY AND TRUSTS
Court
Supreme Court

Specific performance is an equitable remedy requiring a valid contract. Without a legal or equitable interest in property, a claimant cannot obtain specific performance. The remedy compels performance of a contract, not creation of one. Where an agent attempts to force a sale against the…

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