Aller v. Aller
New Jersey Supreme Court
40 N.J.L. 446 (1878)
Relevant factsFree
Mr. Aller (defendant) gave his late wife's daughters, including Angelina (plaintiff), promissory notes while telling them, "Now here, girls, is a nice present for you," indicating the notes were meant as gifts rather than bargained-for exchanges. When Angelina sued to enforce her note, the jury found for Aller, and the trial court allowed a rule to show cause why a new trial shouldn't be granted.
IssueFree
Whether a sealed instrument can be enforced without evidence of consideration.