undue influence

undue influence definition - business

undue influence

Pressure that causes someone to do something he or she would not have otherwise done. For example, an elderly person making out a will is subject to undue influence from a companion who wishes to be named as a major beneficiary. Evidence of undue influence may invalidate a contract or will.

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