M Civ JI 142.18 Need Not Be in Writing

There is no requirement that a contract be in writing, that it be dated, or that it be signed by either party. It can be entirely oral, or it can be partly oral and partly in writing. In this case it is alleged by [ name of party ] that the contract was [ in writing / oral ].

Note on Use

This instruction may need to be omitted or modified if there is a statute of frauds issue.

Comment

Pangburn v Sifford, 216 Mich 153 (1921).

History

M Civ JI 142.18 was added March 2005.