Collateral estoppel prevents re-litigation of a matter already decided in court, reducing the burden on the legal system and preventing harassment. It can be used by defendants or plaintiffs, but concerns have been raised about its impact on due process. Appeals are still allowed. Collateral estoppel is a legal doctrine that allows people to block […]
Estoppel is a legal action that prevents someone from denying claims they have made in the past. It relies on evidence of reliance, promise, and resulting damage. Equitable legal principles are discretionary and depend on the facts of the case. Promissory foreclosure applies when someone relies on the actions or words of another to their […]
Equitable estoppel protects parties who rely on the actions of others, including silence or concealment of facts. It prevents parties from denying facts settled in court and making contradictory claims. Promissory estoppel applies to contract law and can compel parties to complete a contract to avoid harm. Equitable estoppel, sometimes referred to as estoppel in […]
Proprietary estoppel is a legal concept that prevents a claim or denial if it is unfair to the party making the claim. It applies to the right to own or use land and depends on the surrounding facts. Requirements for it to apply include an actual mistake and reliance on that mistake to the detriment […]
Estoppel is a legal principle that prevents a party from making a claim that contradicts a previous statement or action. It aims to prevent injustice caused by inconsistencies. There are different forms of estoppel, such as promissory estoppel, property estoppel, and estoppel by acquiescence. In each case, a party’s reliance on a promise or representation […]
