Ford v. Jermon

District Court of Philadelphia

6 Phila. 6 (1865)

Relevant factsFree

Jermon (defendant) contracted to act at theaters managed by Ford (plaintiff), then breached the agreement; Ford sued in equity seeking specific performance compelling Jermon to act as agreed and, in an amended demand, seeking instead only an injunction barring Jermon from acting for anyone else.

IssueFree

Whether specific performance can be awarded for the breach of a contract requiring the personal service of an actor.

Holding & reasoning

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Procedural history, concurrence & dissent

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