Ellenértékét

Ellenértékét is a Hungarian word that translates to "consideration" in English legal contexts, particularly in contract law. It refers to the value exchanged between parties in a contract. This value can take various forms, such as money, goods, services, or promises. For a contract to be legally binding in many jurisdictions, including those influenced by civil law traditions like Hungary, there must be a mutual exchange of consideration. This means each party must give up something of value or incur a detriment in exchange for what they receive from the other party.

The concept of ellenértékét is crucial for establishing the enforceability of an agreement. If one party offers something of value but receives nothing in return, or if what they receive is not considered legally sufficient value, the agreement may be deemed a gift or a gratuitous promise, which is often not legally enforceable as a contract. The adequacy of the ellenértékét is generally not scrutinized by courts; as long as some value is exchanged, the consideration requirement is typically met. However, the consideration must be genuine and not illusory. For example, a promise to do something one is already legally obligated to do would not usually constitute valid consideration. The term emphasizes the reciprocal nature of contractual obligations, ensuring that both parties benefit from the agreement in some legally recognized way.