Summary of Kelner v Baxter case

Spread the love

Kelner v Baxter (1866)

Principle: a UK company law case, concerning pre incorporation contracts.

Summary of Facts: An agent entered into a written contract on behalf of a company not yet incorporated. He signed it as him acting as an ‘agent’ on ‘behalf’ of the company, rather than as the company itself.

Judgment: He was personally liable on the contract. (Old case) Parole evidence was not admissible to prove he did intend to be bound personally. An agent entered into a written contract on behalf of a company not yet incorporated.
He signed it as himself acting as an ‘agent’ on ‘behalf’ of the company – rather than as the company itself.

Hey There, you’re welcome once again to Ansmyques.com (short for Answer my Questions) blog, you can type the name of any case you’re looking for in the search box below or above as we’ve made summary of many cases available. have a nice time.

See also  Summary of Niger Progress Ltd v. North East Line Corp case

Add a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

21 − = 15