Homer interviewed for a job at the power plant, and Mr. Burns verbally offered him a job on the spot. Homer and Mr. Burns orally agreed that he would start on the following Monday, and would be employed for a minimum of two (2) years. One day after starting work, Homer was fired, without cause, and replaced by a close friend of Waylon Smithers.

1. If Homer sues Mr. Burns for Breach of Contract, what defense will Mr. Burns argue?
2. Should Homer have insisted the Contract be in writing? Why?