What is the ratio in Allcard v Skinner?

Undue influence can be presumed in relationships of trust and confidence where transactions cannot be explained by ordinary motives, but delay in seeking relief may bar the claim through acquiescence.

What did the court decide in Allcard v Skinner?

The court held that while undue influence was presumed, Miss Allcard's six-year delay after leaving the religious order barred her claim to recover the property.

Why is Allcard v Skinner important for undue influence?

It established the foundational test for presumed undue influence and showed how equitable remedies can be lost through delay and acquiescence.

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