Contracts
What is 'unilateral mistake' in Delaware contract law?
AWhen only one party makes a mistake about a contract term
BA mistake that generally does not provide grounds for rescission unless the other party knew of the mistake
CA mistake made by the broker on behalf of a client
DBoth A and B✓ Correct
Explanation
A unilateral mistake is made by only one party and generally is not grounds for rescission, since it would be unfair to allow one party to avoid a contract merely because of their own error. Exception: if the other party knew of the mistake, rescission may be available.
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