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assumpsit legal definition
noun
Latin
- He undertook.
- An enforceable promise or undertaking that is not under seal.
- An action for expectation damages caused by the breach of a promise or a contract not under seal.
express assumpsit
Such a promise that is made orally or in writing.
implied assumpsit
Such a promise that is presumed due to individualÂ’s conduct
or the circumstances of the situation.
general assumpsit
An action based the breach of an implied promise or contract
to pay a debt. Also called common assumpsit.
special assumpsit
An action for expectation damages based on the breach of an
express promise or contract to pay a debt.
non assumpsit
A defendantÂ’s claim, in the form of a pleading, that
he or she did not promise or undertake any obligation as alleged in a
complaint.
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