Amend

What is Amend?

To alter or change by adding, subtracting, or substituting an enforceable legal document. The parties can agree to amend a contract, often without putting up new consideration. Also, applies to filing a new pleading or official litigation document. An amendment to a contract is usually done with the mutual assent of the parties.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Contracts terms:

• Mutual Assent
• Contract Formation
• Assent
• Acquiescence
• Section 2-207 of the Uniform Commercial Code

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