Dog Breeding Profit Dispute

Summary

Verbal agreements in Albuquerque can be legally binding but are often difficult to prove. Key considerations include having evidence of the agreement, demonstrating that your actions were based on the agreement, and ensuring the agreement meets the basic elements of a contract: offer, acceptance, consideration, and mutuality.

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I need an option on a sitaution I’m in and if it’s worth going through with
Hello ****, I'd be happy to help you understand your situation better. Could you please provide more details about your situation? Also, your location would be helpful as laws can vary depending on the place.
My sister dog got my dog pregnant. We agreed to split profits of the puppies we sold but now she’s not giving me any money for it.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me where you are located so I can provide information relevant to your local laws?
Albuquerque
Hello ****, in Albuquerque, verbal agreements can be legally binding. However, proving them might be challenging.
Key considerations:
- Evidence of agreement (e.g. texts or emails)
- Prove that your actions were based on the agreement
- Check if the agreement meets the basic elements of a contract: offer, acceptance, consideration, and mutuality.