case, Business Law and Ethics

Assignment Help:
Corgi was the breeder of prize-winning pedigree dogs that often sold for very high prices. Reynolds, a wealthy businessman who had recently retired, decided to purchase one of these dogs. His intention was to enter the animal in the various dog shows that were held from time to time across the country.

Reynolds knew very little about dogs. He explained to Corgi that he wished to purchase a young dog that was already a prize-winning specimen of the breed. Corgi took Reynolds to a fenced run where several young dogs were caged. He pointed to one dog that he said, in his opinion, had the greatest potential, and that it had already won a prize at a local dog show. Corgi pointed to a red ribbon pinned to the opposite wall of the kennel building and explained that it was a first-prize ribbon that the dog had won. Reynolds did not bother to examine the ribbon.

Reynolds purchased the dog for $1,000 and took it home. His neighbour later saw the dog in Reynolds'' backyard. He instantly recognized it as the dog that had recently won the first-prize ribbon in the children''s pet show at the neighbourhood park. When he told Reynolds where he had last seen the dog, Reynolds telephoned Corgi immediately and demanded his money back.

Corgi refused to return Reynolds'' money or take back the dog, and Reynolds threatened to take legal proceedings against him. Reynolds was unable to do so immediately, however, as he was called out of town on a family matter the next day. He was obliged to leave the dog with his neighbour during his absence. Reynolds advised the neighbour to take care of the animal as if it were his own.

Reynolds was out of town for several weeks. During that time, his neighbour entered the dog in a dog show sponsored by a kennel club. The dog won first prize in its class for its breed. On Reynolds'' return, the neighbour advised him of his success. The two men decided to enter the dog in another dog show that was scheduled to be held in a nearby city.

At this second show, the dog placed only third in its class, and Reynolds was disappointed. He returned home and immediately took legal action against Corgi.

Discuss the basis of Reynolds'' claim and the defences (if any) of Corgi. Render, with reasons, a decision.

Related Discussions:- case

Determine the name and elements of the tort, Sue owns a car that has 150,00...

Sue owns a car that has 150,000 miles on it, but otherwise looks to be in very good condition. She advertises to sell the car and Ken asks her how many miles are on the c

Explain the elements of governmental authority, Explain the elements of gov...

Explain the elements of governmental authority The theme of these draft laws is mentioned in Article 1, which says that every internationally wrongful act of a State entails th

Delays and inadequate remedies - equity, Delays: However certain stand...

Delays: However certain standard defences knows as "essoins" caused considerable delay earlier than a case could be heard.  Now for a certain condition like the hearing of a c

Health and safety of employees at the workplace, Question 1: In order t...

Question 1: In order to ensure health and safety of employees at the workplace, the Occupational Safety and Health Act 2005 imposes duties on employers only. Discuss. Quest

Show the number of phoenix operators, Q. Show the Number of phoenix operato...

Q. Show the Number of phoenix operators ? A key challenge in quantifying phoenix activity is estimating the number of companies engaging in the activity. In 2001/02, 1.6% of co

Glen signs a release, Glenda has taken a household insurance on her classic...

Glenda has taken a household insurance on her classic Queenslander home in North Queensland.  At the time of application, the insurer "URINSURED" asked various questions regarding

Advocates, Advocates Whether in sec 3(1) of the Interpretation and Gen...

Advocates Whether in sec 3(1) of the Interpretation and General Provisions Act cap 2 and sec 2 of the Advocates Act (1989) an advocate is a person that whose name has been dul

Legal issue , What is the prospective  why should they be liable , how the ...

What is the prospective  why should they be liable , how the sings for emerge of ISP from the safe horbor either DMCA or Directive in Eu has been come within the court? What is

Resolution for the variation - statutory provisions, Resolution for the var...

Resolution for the variation - Statutory provisions: Where any application is made pursuant to this provision, the variation shall not have effect unless and until it is confi

Meeting is unnecessary - meetings and resolutions, Meeting is Unnecessary -...

Meeting is Unnecessary - meetings and resolutions: The purpose of holding general meetings with all the formality which this entails is to give to each member the opportunity

Write Your Message!

Captcha
Free Assignment Quote

Assured A++ Grade

Get guaranteed satisfaction & time on delivery in every assignment order you paid with us! We ensure premium quality solution document along with free turntin report!

All rights reserved! Copyrights ©2019-2020 ExpertsMind IT Educational Pvt Ltd