Implied Contract


Definition of "Implied contract"

Jimmy Grappone
Jimmy Grappone ENGEL & VÖLKERS

An agreement occurring from actions of those impacted, but not communicated in writing or orally. For example, it is presumed that a real estate agent will perform his or her obligations according to the responsibilities assumed.

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