Louisiana § CC 1940 - Acceptance only by completed performance
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1940 — Acceptance only by completed performance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1940. Acceptance only by completed performance
When, according to usage or the nature of the contract, or its own terms, an offer made to a particular offeree can be accepted only by rendering a completed performance, the offeror cannot revoke the offer, once the offeree has begun to perform, for the reasonable time necessary to complete the performance. The offeree, however, is not bound to complete the performance he has begun.
The offeror's duty of performance is conditional on completion or tender of the requested performance.
Acts 1984, No. 331, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1940
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1940 cover?
Section CC 1940 ("Acceptance only by completed performance") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § CC 1940?
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