Moreover, the burden of proving duress, by clear and convincing evidence, is on the person asserting it[iv]. 1907) that a contract executed in consideration of a previous illegal one or in compromise of differences growing out of it is an illegal one.A compromise and settlement can be defective or invalid on the ground of illegality. A compromise can be considered as invalid on the ground of illegality if such compromise is based upon an antecedent claim that is illegal. However, the compromise of a civil claim for injuries that arise out of a criminal act is not illegal.However, a compromise agreement will not be set aside on the ground of duress if the person alleging it can get relief from the courts[ii].

The duty of disclosure is more comprehensive when there is a fiduciary relationship between the parties to the compromise.

At the same time, it cannot be presumed that the elements of fraud exist only because of the existence of a fiduciary relationship.

Likewise, a person who makes a compromise as a result of duress invalidates the same.

A contract entered into by a minor may be canceled by the minor or their guardian.

After reaching the age of majority (18 in most states), a person still has a reasonable period of time to cancel a contract entered into as a minor.