Question: SECTION A Question 1 [25 marks) Angela placed an order for a leather sofa set that was described as having fully automated recliner features. The

SECTION A Question 1 [25 marks) Angela placed an order for a leather sofa set that was described as having fully automated recliner features. The sofa set was advertised as having advanced motion technology that would cause the seats to glide and recline. Angela paid $18,000 for her sofa set. The sofa set worked well after it was delivered to Angela's home. However, the next day, Angela discovered that the sofa made a loud creaky noise when she pressed the buttons to recline it. Soon aer, the sofa stopped reclining altogether. She contacted the seller but the seller refused to replace the sofa nor provide a remd. Reg uired: (a) (b) (C) (d) Advise Angela on the jurisdiction of the Small Claims Tribunal and whether she could start a legal action in the Small Claims Tribunal against the seller for selling her a defective sofa. (9 marks) Apart from the Small Claims Tribunal, explain to Angela which other court would be appropriate to le the claim at. (3 marks) Discuss alternative dispute resolution and mediation as a form of alternative dispute resolution. (9 marks) List FOUR (4) advantages of alternative dispute resolution over civil litigation. (4 marks) DIPULA W01 15Uu12022/MainEQP Page 2 of 15
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