L’Estrange v Graucob [1934]

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Scrutton LJ:
When document containing contractual terms is signed
then party signing is bound.
Wholly immaterial whether he has read document or not.
Exceptions to rule:
1.  Fraud
2.  Non est
factum [party not bound if didn’t realise he was entering into con]
3.  Misrepresentation.
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