Cochran v. Grand Theater Co.

1. A written instrument which by its terms purports to be an agreement between certain parties, but which is void and unenforceable by reason of imperfect or defective execution in behalf of one of the parties, may nevertheless be subsequently ratified as to all of its terms and conditions, by reference thereto in a written instrument properly executed and binding upon the parties. This applies to an agreement to submit to the statutory award provided for in the Civil Code (1910), § 5030 et seq., which agreement to submit is required to be in writing signed by the parties or their agents.

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