Conditional Bond – Apparent Heir-
A bond was granted by a grandfather to his granddaughter, under the condition that it was not to be alterable, except in the event of her marrying without his consent, or the consent of parties named. She married, after her grandfather’s death, without the requisite consent. Held the bond still good, and binding on the heir taking his estate, though the grandfather only possessed on apparency.
Citations:
[1765] UKHL 2 – Paton – 95, (1765) 2 Paton 95
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Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Contract
Updated: 04 May 2022; Ref: scu.560605