release executed conditionally
Definitions from Case Law · United States Supreme Court
Definitions from Case Law
From 33 U.S. 52 - Armstrong v. Lear · 1834Most cited · 32 citing opinions
must be signed by all
The release is in consideration of the assignment. The advance of money and the release are obviously parts of the transaction, and are closely connected with each other. The purpose intended by all those who signed the release could not be accomplished unless it should be signed by all... On a full consideration of these circumstances, we are of opinion, that the release was never fully executed, and did not become the deed of the parties.
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