Case Study Chapter 6:

Mr. Summer Vs. Harry Mr. Summer made an offer to sell his sailboat to Harry, promising to keep the offer open for one week. However, Mr. Summer changed his mind after three days, and decided he no longer wanted to sell his sailboat. He phoned Harry to inform him that he was revoking his offer because he wanted to keep the sailboat for his children to use when they visit. Harry was angry and said that he wanted the sailboat and was going to hold Mr. Summer to his promise to hold the offer open for one-week. Harry sued Mr. Summer for breach of contract.

Question: 1) Will Harry win the case? Please explain.

Case Study Chapter 7:

Wife Vs. Joe Joe was unable to find work in the city where he lived and had to go to the mining camps up north to find work. When he left, he informally agreed to send his wife $2,500/month to support her and their children. He had some unexpected expenses arise and failed to send the promised funds for many months. His wife was very upset and was threatening divorce and legal action for the outstanding payments. What is Joes best defense in this circumstance?

Question: 2) What is Joes best defense in this circumstance?