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Assignment: Tort Claims and Dispute Resolution
Scenarios
Scenario Choice I
Brenda's Bakery is one of the most popular spots in town. Billy owns a bakery across the street, and he's jealous of Brenda's success. To help his business, Billy begins telling his customers that Brenda is dishonest and unethical. Billy even puts a sign in his front window warning potential customers not to shop at Brenda's Bakery because of her deceitful and unethical practices.
Brenda is upset when she finds out what Billy has been doing. Brenda has always been honest and ethical with her customers, and now her business is suffering because of Billy's lies. Brenda decides that something must be done about this situation.
Answer both of these questions in your paper:
1) Discuss the possible tort claim Brenda might have against Billy. Be sure to include the elements of the tort and relate those elements to the scenario.
2) If Brenda decides to pursue a claim against Billy, should she consider a lawsuit, mediation, or arbitration? Be sure to explain why your choice is the best option.
Scenario Choice II
Carter is in a hurry and stops by a coffee shop for a drink. The store is out of his favorite brand of coffee, so Carter decides to go elsewhere. Suddenly, an employee stops Carter and accuses him of stealing a bag of coffee beans. The employee escorts Carter to a small room in the back of the store and tells Carter that if he attempts to leave, he will be arrested and sent to jail. Carter waits for over an hour before the manager tells him that he is free to go.
Answer both of these questions in your paper:
1) Discuss the possible tort claim Carter might have against the coffee shop. Be sure to include the elements of the tort and relate those elements to the scenario.
2) If Carter decides to pursue a claim against the coffee shop, should he consider a lawsuit, mediation, or arbitration? Be sure to explain why your choice is the best option.
Scenario Choice III
Mandy is Toby's boss. Every day, Mandy flirts with and harasses Toby in front of their co-workers. She makes inappropriate comments to Toby and about him behind his back. Toby is so embarrassed by Mandy's actionsthat he has developed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Answer both of these questions in your paper:
1) Discuss the possible tort claim Toby might have against Mandy. Be sure to include the elements of the tort and relate those elements to the scenario.
2) If Toby decides to pursue a claim against Mandy, should he consider a lawsuit, mediation, or arbitration? Be sure to explain why your choice is the best option.