You own a small construction business and run into your father-in-law, who wants

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You own a small construction business and run into your father-in-law, who wants to hire you for a $10,000 project. He is adamant about not signing a contract, and says, “We are family! No need to get lawyers involved; we trust each other.” Being familiar with contract law, you know that since you are providing a service, rather than selling physical goods, an oral contract will be valid for amounts over $500. However, you know that your father-in-law is a bit absent-minded and might forget the terms of your oral agreement. What step or steps might you take to protect yourself from a future disagreement without a formal written contract?

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The steps I would take to protect myself from future dis agreement without a formal written contract are:

-I would ask my father in law to state the agreement orally stating his name and record this oral agreement.

-As it is a project and I will be employed for service, hence I would make sure that I check all the elements of project and keep in contact with other members.

- Also I would make sure to keep records of every purchase and the statistics of the processes.

- If indoors, I will also make sure I put up security cameras and record the project environment in case of any disputes.

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