Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Co.
- Case
- Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Co.
- Court
- Court of Appeal (England)
- Year
- 1893
- Area
- Law of contract
- Summary
The company advertised a reward to anyone who used its smoke ball and still caught influenza. The Court held the promise a binding offer accepted by use — a classic on offer, acceptance and consideration.
- Holding
An advertisement promising a reward can be a binding unilateral offer accepted by performance; a deposit of money to meet claims showed an intention to create legal relations.