Can the Hall Give Away Your Bar Mitzvah Date?
Can the Hall Give Away Your Bar Mitzvah Date?
You called a hall to reserve two possible dates for your Bar Mitzvah, but the hall later gave both of them to other people. Did they do anything wrong? What about 14 parents who committed to a playgroup, only to discover that the price was higher than expected? If you promise your friend an expensive pair of sneakers, can you change your mind? Discover the fascinating halachos of keeping your word, when a commitment is binding, and when you're allowed to back out.