Discharge Of Contract

Question 1

Discharge

Answer 1

When a contract is brought to an end

Question 2

Frustration

Answer 2

Applies where an unforeseen event makes performance of contract impossible

Question 3

Discharge by performance

Answer 3

When a contract is brought to an end because both parties have performed their obligations of that contract

Question 4

Quantum Meruit basis

Answer 4

They can claim for the elements of the contract performed but not for the elements not performed

Question 5

Substantial performance

Answer 5

If a party has done substantially what is expected of them under the contract - the other party can claim for the elements not completed on the contract

Question 6

Part performance

Answer 6

When 1 party has fulfilled their obligations but not entirely and the other party is willing to accept this

Question 7

Actual breach

Answer 7

When the D fails to perform their obligations of the contract

Question 8

Anticipatory breach

Answer 8

When 1 contractual party informs the other before the expected performance that they will not be performing their contractual obligations