Morris threatens physical harm to force Barb to contract to pay him for protecting her store Barb's Baubles against vandalism and destruction. Barb may
A) rescind the contract or refuse to comply with its terms
B) do nothing once she has agreed to pa
C) recover from her insurer for the cost.
D) recover from the local police for their failure to protect her store.

Question

Morris threatens physical harm to force Barb to contract to pay him for protecting her store Barb's Baubles against vandalism and destruction. Barb may​
A) ​rescind the contract or refuse to comply with its terms
B) ​do nothing once she has agreed to pa
C) ​recover from her insurer for the cost.
D) ​recover from the local police for their failure to protect her store.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Threatening physical harm to force a contract is illegal and against public policy. Barb can rescind the contract or refuse to comply with its terms without penalty.

Morris Threatens Physical Harm to Force Barb to Contract to Pay