Under threat of bodily harm, Jones signed a contract for the purchase of an apartment building. He may later have this contract set aside on the grounds of

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Duress involves forcing someone to act against their will by threatening them with harm, which is the situation described for Jones. Contracts signed under duress are not considered legally binding because the consent was not freely given.

Under Threat of Bodily Harm, Jones Signed a Contract for the Purchase