Reference no: EM133298203

Peter Griffin left an expensive camera in his car trunk when he took his wife to the Lovers Point Inn for the weekend to celebrate their anniversary. When he arrived at the entrance, Stewie was the valet employed by the Inn on duty. Stewie parked the car while Peter and his wife registered. When Peter returned to his vehicle two days later, he discovered his camera was missing and his trunk looked as though it had been pried open. Peter also noticed posted in a corner of the parking garage a sign clearly stating that the hotel was "not responsible for lost or damaged goods left in vehicles." Peter immediately reported the theft to the Inn and to police, but the Inn denied any responsibility, pointing to the sign. Peter did well in business law and he's pretty sure he doesn't just have to accept the Inn's position.

Question

Outline the arguments that Peter could make to support his claim that he should be reimbursed for the camera. Also discuss what the hotel could use as a defence.