The Wurzer Corporation Entered into a Written Contract to Hire

Multiple Choice

The Wurzer Corporation entered into a written contract to hire Dixon in an executive position for six years for $200,000 a year. After three years, Dixon asked for a raise of $25,000 per year. Wurzer at first refused, but then agreed because of the pressure placed on him by Dixon. After the sixth year Dixon left his position with the Corporation and Wurzer sued for a return of the extra $25,000 per year for the three remaining years on Dixon's contract. Who should win the case?

A) Dixon, because Wurzer agreed to the raise.
B) Dixon, if the raise was agreed to in writing
C) Wurzer, even though Wurzer agreed to the raise
D) Wurzer, because Dixon had applied pressure to get the raise.