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Verdict
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
VERDICT
lcn v. EddieGonza420 [2024] DCR 18
I. PLAINTIFF'S POSITION
1. The plaintiff alleges that a verbal agreement was made to sell an iron drill for $8000.
2. The plaintiff claims that the defendant took the drill, failed to pay the agreed amount, and did not return the drill even after being told to do so multiple times.
II. DEFENDANT'S POSITION
1. The defendant disputes the existence of a binding contract, arguing that the communication between the plaintiff and the defendant were inquiries rather than a formal agreement between the two parties.
2. The defendant claims they picked up the drill out of curiosity and did not agree to purchase it.
III. THE COURT OPINION
1. The court believes that the evidence establishes that a verbal agreement between both parties was formed, according to section 4 of the Contracts Act which shows the necessary elements for a contract to be valid. The discussions between the plaintiff and the defendant show that the criteria were met.
2. The defendant's failure to pay the $8000 in exchange for the drill and the refusal to return such item constitute a breach of the agreement. The plaintiff requested on multiple occasions for either payment or return of the drill support even more the claim that the defendant failed to meet their obligations.
3. According to section 14 of the Contracts Act, parties must act in good faith. The defendant's conduct which includes lack of communication and failing to meet their obligations violates the principle of good faith.
IV. DECISION
1. The court hereby rules in favor of the Plaintiff. The defendant is ordered to return the iron drill to the plaintiff. Furthermore, the defendant must pay $1600 to recover legal fees.
The District Court thanks all involved.