Where a contract is unenforceable because of the statute of frauds, a party may recover the benefits conferred on the other party in reliance on the contract.

Statute of Frauds

A law that requires certain types of contracts to be in writing and signed to be legally enforceable.

Enforceability

The characteristic of a legal agreement or obligation that makes it legally binding and capable of being upheld or imposed in a court of law.

Reliance

The act of depending or trusting in something or someone, often involves confidence placed in a party during contractual agreements.