Mistake Ever Defense Contract Enforceability Quick Internet Research Find Case Involves Pa Q34294133

Is a mistake ever a defense to contractenforceability?

Do some quick internet research and find a case thatinvolves a party alleging a mistake in a contract that justifies itnot being enforced. Briefly provide the facts of the case and thenexplain the court’s decision.

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Caption: Balfour v Balfour

Facts: This case is regarding the controversy that whether asocial agreement can be considered as a contract. This case wasbetween a husband and wife. Mrs Balfour is the plaintiff while MrBalfour is the defendant. Mr Balfour had promised to pay 30 poundsa month to Mrs Balfour. However their relationship turned sour andso, Mr Balfour