... the presumption is that there is intent to create legal relations. The presumptions relating to intention of legal relations is structured on the view of the judiciary. This is illustrated in the case of Balfour v Balfour (1919)2. Here Atkin LJ expressed "in respect these promises each house is a domain into which the Kings writ does not seek the to run" Majority of the social and domestic arrangements cannot amount to binding contracts, as there is no intention for legal relations. Referring back to the case of Balfour v Balfour (1919), the husband took employment in another country. His wife who needed medication which was not available to her, decided to go back to England. This was an agreement between the husband and wife. The husband also agreed to give her £30 per moth for living expenses. Unfortunately the couple separated and the wife attempted to sue the husband ...

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