Sparks v. Richardson

This is an action on a promissory note. Defendant in his answer admits that he signed the note but alleges that it was not supported by a good and valid consideration and did not reflect the true agreement of the parties. He admits having paid $2,250 on the note and, as an affirmative defense, alleges that in signing it he mistakenly believed that it contained only the provisions set forth in a memorandum which he delivered to the Blackstone Realty Company. He asks that the note be reformed by striking therefrom the acceleration clause and the agreement to pay attorney’s fees. He further…