What type of court order compels someone to fulfill a contractual obligation that they have previously agreed to?

The correct answer is specific performance, which is an equitable remedy that compels a party to fulfill their contractual obligations as agreed upon in the contract. This type of court order is used when monetary damages are inadequate to resolve the harm caused by the breach of contract, typically in cases involving unique goods or properties where the subject matter of the contract cannot be easily compensated for with money.

Equitable remedies, like specific performance, are designed to achieve fairness and justice rather than merely providing financial compensation. The court orders the breaching party to perform their duties under the contract, effectively fulfilling their end of the agreement.

In contrast, injunctions may prohibit a party from taking certain actions, but they do not specifically compel the fulfillment of contractual duties. Legal remedies, which are focused on awarding damages rather than compelling performance, do not apply in this context when the goal is to ensure the performance of a specific obligation as originally agreed.