Well, then the law is different in your state, F. Lee, because when I studied Contract Law, we were taught that the five elements necessary to establish a contractual relationship are, 1) Offer, 2) Acceptance, 3) Consideration, 4) Contractual Capacity, and 5) Written Understanding.
In Pennsylvania, with a few exceptions, oral agreements are generally unenforceable. This is what is known as the Statute of Frauds. The law may be different in CT.
Another example of an implied contract would be sitting down at a table in a restaurant. That could constitute an offer purchase a meal. The server's conduct in placing silverware and a menu on the table is considered acceptance of the offer, and son on.
I was given to understand that the doctrine of promissory estoppel is mainly used to enforce a donor's pledge to a charity, e. g., the charity orders 1000 motorized wheelchairs in reliance on the pledge. Then the burden is on the charity to prove detrimental reliance.
While I am not a lawyer, and most certainly no expert in legal matters, I believe the best defense is a good offense, so cover your a** and Get It In Writing!
Regards,
Scott
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