Types of terms Flashcards
define obligation s of both parties
what the parties have agreed between themselves
What is a condition?
Contract can be ended if a condition isnt met
Poussard V Spiers and pond- Broken her contract as her role was central to the performance mesning the contract can be repudiated (ended?
What is the case under warranty?
if a warranty is breached it does not come to an end but damages can be claimed
Bettini V Gye- organiser could not repudiate the contract as the warranty was not a condition
What is substantial benefit?
If breach denies you of a substantial benefit then it is a condition
Hong Kong For shipping co ltd V kowask kisen kaisha ltd- if the breach has deprived thr innocent party of the benefit of the contract
What is the intention of the parties?
If there is an error the judge can make a decision based on whst is just rather than unjust ruling
Arnold V Britton- court decided future cases would be judged on the basis of what the reasonable person having background knowledge would hsve understood