Principle

EQUITY AND TRUSTS — Undue Influence — Actual Undue Influence — Transaction Set Aside Without Proof of Disadvantage Where Influence Expressly Used

Area of law
EQUITY AND TRUSTS
Court
Supreme Court

Undue influence renders transactions voidable. The principle applies to gifts and contracts. The court may set aside transactions without proof of disadvantage. The rule protects vulnerable parties. The influence must be improper. The principle is equitable.

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