you contend that you received non-conforming goods as a result of an ambiguity in the contract. You ordered goods thinking you would get a particular product. You wanted Stamply Thirst Tumblers. That was the original oral telephonic communication when you first contacted the selling merchant. You both talked about and agreed on Stamply Thirst Tumblers. Thereafter, in additional phone conversations, you and the seller just used the phrase "tumblers". The seller prepared a written contract and sent it to the buyer for review and signature. The contract was signed by both parties. The selling merchant then shipped Taykeda Sip Tumblers that are in perfect condition but they are not Stamply Thirst Tumblers as they are slightly heavier and leak. The selling merchant believes the goods are conforming. Upon receipt and inspection of the goods, what are all your merchant options under the contract and at law as the buyer?
Discussion Aim: Analyze and apply case studies or scenarios that involve legal issues to demonstrate an understanding of the nature and sources of law.
Choose a company and write about its strategic corporate social responsibility. It must be a company with which you have a personal relationship (e.g. a family member's company; your favorite coffee shop, your employer). You must be able to contact a company representative (and name them in your paper with their contact information in a citation) and ask questions to gain information for your paper.
Torts are intentional, neglectful, or reckless acts that cause individuals or entities unlawful harm. There are torts that can occur between individuals such as assault, battery, false imprisonment, or intentional infliction of emotional distress. However, there are torts that are more common to businesses that might include negligence, fraud, breach of fiduciary responsibility, strict product liability or tortious conduct or intentional interference.
This case study assignment is designed to have you apply the main topics from the readings and presentations assigned this week. Each week you will review the case and answer the questions posed based on each week's content.
Using the full case opinion of Wade v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., set forth in your own words the facts of this case. The facts include everything that happened that led to the filing of the lawsuit, what the parties (Ms. Wade and Wal-Mart) did before and after the lawsuit was filed, and what the lower court decided before the case was appealed to the appellate court that wrote the case opinion. The facts can be found on pages 2 and 3 of the opinion, starting at the heading "I. Background" and ending with the words "This appeal followed." However, you should read the entire opinion before beginning this assignment. Do not copy the language of the case opinion. Use the full court opinion, not the abridged opinion in the book.
By definition, business ethics refers to the standards for morally right and wrong conduct in business. Law partially defines conduct, but “legal” and “ethical” aren’t necessarily the same. Business ethics enhance the law by outlining acceptable behaviors beyond government control.
