Principle

EQUITY AND TRUSTS — Rectification — Standing to Seek Rectification — Only Parties to Instrument or Their Privies Entitled to Seek Rectification

Area of law
EQUITY AND TRUSTS
Court
Supreme Court

Only parties to a contract or their privies can seek rectification. A mere beneficiary of performance cannot enforce the contract. The principle applies the doctrine of privity of contract. The rule ensures that only those with a legal interest can seek equitable remedies. The exception…

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