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    Aug 9, 2008, 12:30 PM
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    Sarah runs a confectionery shop. After the summer season she decided to refurbish the shop in time for the Christmas period, which was a busy time. She approached several firms who undertook this type of work but ‘Andy’s Handymen’, which was run by Andrew Smith, gave the most competitive quotation, which she accepted. It was agreed that the shop would be closed for two weeks, and the work completed by 7 November.

    The work began well but at the start of the second week Andrew phoned Sarah to say that he could not complete the job by the 7th because the cost of basic materials had gone up. Sarah replied that that was not her concern and that they had an agreement. Andrew emphasised that, without extra money, he might have to compromise the original plan or go over time. The next day Sarah received a note from the local council reminding her that the annual ‘ens Night’ was to be held on 8 November. This night was a regular event and well attended by people throughout the region, and past years had proved particularly profitable for Sarah. She thereupon phoned Andrew and said that he could have another £1000 if the refurbishment was finished by the 7th.

    Andrew finished the work by the 7th. However, ens Night failed to produce the expected level of business for Sarah and she now wants to know whether she is liable to pay him the extra £1000. Advise her accordingly
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    Aug 9, 2008, 12:32 PM
    Sorry, no homework help allowed here.

    Figure it out, post your answers, and we can perhaps make some suggestions, but we won't do your work for you.
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    Aug 9, 2008, 12:48 PM
    This is a wonderful first year law school question, and/or contract law question, obviously it is not a real question but homework, so what do you think, tell us and we will give you opinions of your anwers.
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    Aug 9, 2008, 02:22 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by sash30
    Sarah runs a confectionery shop. After the summer season she decided to refurbish the shop in time for the Christmas period, which was a busy time. She approached several firms who undertook this type of work but ‘Andy’s Handymen’, which was run by Andrew Smith, gave the most competitive quotation, which she accepted. It was agreed that the shop would be closed for two weeks, and the work completed by 7 November.

    The work began well but at the start of the second week Andrew phoned Sarah to say that he could not complete the job by the 7th because the cost of basic materials had gone up. Sarah replied that that was not her concern and that they had an agreement. Andrew emphasised that, without extra money, he might have to compromise the original plan or go over time. The next day Sarah received a note from the local council reminding her that the annual ‘ens Night’ was to be held on 8 November. This night was a regular event and well attended by people throughout the region, and past years had proved particularly profitable for Sarah. She thereupon phoned Andrew and said that he could have another £1000 if the refurbishment was finished by the 7th.

    Andrew finished the work by the 7th. However, ens Night failed to produce the expected level of business for Sarah and she now wants to know whether she is liable to pay him the extra £1000. Advise her accordingly

    What do you think? (I realize you also posted another homework question.)
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    Aug 10, 2008, 06:59 AM
    [QUOTE=JudyKayTee]What do you think? (I realize you also posted another homework question.)[/QUOT



    Yeah I needed sum help on this I was wondering weather sum1 could guide me into it.. I am thinking the question is realted to misrepresentation and mistake? Thanks.:confused:
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    Aug 10, 2008, 07:02 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Fr_Chuck
    This is a wonderful first year law school question, and/or contract law question, obviously it is not a real question but homework, so what do you think, tell us and we will give you opinions of your anwers.

    Hi yes I needed some guidance with this. I think the answer could be related to misrepresentation and mistake??
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    Aug 10, 2008, 07:06 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by progunr
    Sorry, no homework help allowed here.

    Figure it out, post your answers, and we can perhaps make some suggestions, but we won't do your work for you.
    Hi yeah I needed some guidance with this. I think the answer could be related to msirepresentation and mistake?:confused:

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