Verbal Contract Dispute Resolution

Summary

Verbal contracts can be binding but are challenging to prove. In Missouri, both parties must agree to terms, and some contracts require writing. Ronalds case involves a breach of contract and negligence, as the driver failed to follow safety measures, leading to damages. Consulting a lawyer for legal action is advisable.

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Kansas city Missouri
Hi Ronald! How can I assist you with your legal issue today? Are you dealing with a specific type of legal matter, such as family law, criminal law, or another area?
Contract law, verbal contract questions
Hi Ronald! Verbal contracts can be legally binding, but proving them can be challenging. Key points in Missouri:
- Both parties must agree to the terms.
- Some contracts must be in writing (e.g., real estate, contracts lasting more than a year).
- Witnesses and evidence can help prove a verbal contract.
What is the nature of your verbal contract issue?
I had a written contract stating that I would move a mobile home located on my property to a new owner's property. * miles away this would include to take down disconnection of water electric et. Cetera, moving. That the trackler, the twelve miles setting it in a place And leveling it. I. Checked with all the local authorities and got an approval to move the trailer along a certain route. I purchased all of the safety equipment which included yellow Beacon lights for the pilot cars. Banners signage radios safety vests and had secured * pilot cars and drivers and had made a verbal contract With my neighbor Who has experience driving trucks and trailers and s valid liscence to drive the trailer the * miles and ge would be paid * dollars once it was in place. I was also Responsible for renting the truck to haul it. They were to leave no later, dam
Ronald, based on your description, it sounds like you have a well-documented written contract for the mobile home move and a verbal contract with your neighbor. To help you further, can you clarify if the issue is with the neighbor not fulfilling their part or another aspect of the contract?
They were to leave no later than five a m.. I. Was to go over at eight a m to Disconnect the truck and level it level of the trailer. I woke up at * and the trailer and truck were still sitting here in my property. I was very upset and tried to got in contact with the driver.. While this was happening, another neighbor came up to my mother, who also lives on the property and told her that they could do it for $*. And she agreed, but this was to be taken by a license commercial driver Who was insured for such a move. I. Still had the agreement for * hundred dollars But this new agreement between my mother and the other driver. Was agreed upon without me being present. My mother is the owner of the trailer. So she would probably have the most authority to make a deal like this. So I allowed this to happen. However, that is not how it went down. The same driver that I agreed to pay * is the one that actually took it. But he didn't take any of the safety equipment or the pilot cars. And he didn't leave at the time he was supposed to and he didn't take this suppose
Ronald, it seems like there are multiple issues here, including breach of the original contract and potential misrepresentation by the driver.
One question: Did the driver actually complete the move despite not following the agreed safety measures and schedule?
No sir is a matter of fact since he didn't have a pilot car. He went off the road which caused the right * tires to come completely off. And he continued to drive on the highway until the aaaxel's broke because there was no wheels or tires on the side of the trailer instead of replacing the correct. Tires that had the power and strength to hold the trailer. They went ahead and changed out the hub. And put on a regular trailer tire switch after they got it going shredded. When he went out the road again in making the trailer crash into a ditch in block part of a major highway. Instead of trying to get help or fix it. They just disconnected the truck and left the trailer. Sitting there abandoned, blocking the highway. As a result, the trailer was towed by moving company for the price of $* effectively causing. The new owner of the trailer to incur cost and damages resulted in the loss of her home.
Ronald, it sounds like you have a strong case for breach of contract and negligence. Here are some points:
- Breach of the original contract by not following agreed safety measures.
- Negligence leading to damages and additional costs.
- Potential misrepresentation by the driver.
Consider consulting a lawyer for legal action. Do you need help finding one?