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15 marksDischarge and Illegality

CAPE Law Unit 2 · 2012 · Paper 2 · Question 4(b)

Taniesha signs a contract with a modelling agency, Styles Unlimited, to design clothing for an upcoming fashion show. In reliance, she orders fabric and trimmings, hires new staff, and rents additional space. Styles Unlimited then cancels the contract due to financial difficulties.

Advise Taniesha on the options available to her and the likely success of a claim against Styles Unlimited for breach of contract.

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  1. 4(a)(i)Explain partial performance as a method by which contractual obligations may be upheld, illustrating with a decided case or an example.[5 marks]
  2. 4(a)(ii)Explain substantial performance as a method by which contractual obligations may be upheld, illustrating with a decided case or an example.[5 marks]

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