Asked by Jenna Wright on May 08, 2024
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What was the result in the text case involving the sale of a specialty metal, Almetals Inc., v. Wickeder Westfalenstahl, GMBH, the plaintiff sued the defendant for breach of contract seeking specific performance.
A) Specific performance was unavailable because real estate was not involved.
B) Specific performance was unavailable because a foreign defendant was involved and jurisdiction for specific performance was, therefore, lacking.
C) Specific performance was unavailable because the goods at issue were scarce.
D) Specific performance was unavailable because a requirements contract was involved.
E) Specific performance was the appropriate remedy because the goods at issue were unique with no known alternative sources of supply.
Specific Performance
A legal remedy requiring a party to perform their obligations under a contract, typically used when monetary damages are insufficient.
Almetals Inc.
A company specializing in the processing and distribution of precision metal slits, coils, and sheets, primarily for the automotive and manufacturing industries.
Unique Goods
Unique goods are products or items that are distinct due to their rare characteristics, custom features, or individual qualities, making them one-of-a-kind.
- Evaluate the appropriateness of specific performance as a remedy in contracts involving unique goods or inadequate remedies at law.
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Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the appropriateness of specific performance as a remedy in contracts involving unique goods or inadequate remedies at law.
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