BUS 206 Project Three Submission-Contract Law

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Violet Bass Southern New Hampshire University BUS 206 Business Law I Teresa Knox 7-1 Project Three Tort Law February 19, 2024

Tort law constitutes a civil offense that empowers the aggrieved party to initiate legal proceedings against the wrongdoer, seeking compensation for inflicted injuries (Kubasek et al., 2022). Torts encompass harm to an individual's person, property, dignity, or reputation, acknowledged by either statute or common law as a valid basis for liability. Within the business realm, tort law significantly influences conduct, as businesses may be held accountable for torts committed by individuals acting on their behalf. Consequently, businesses must establish mechanisms to shield themselves from financial repercussions stemming from the wrongful actions of individuals associated with the enterprise. In the scenario involving Dave of The Friendly Dawg and Jasmine of Sunshine Yoga, issues arising from excessive noise caused by live animals and a snake escaping into the yoga studio fall under tort law. Specifically, negligence on the part of both Dave and Lou, the landlord, is implicated. The duty owed to Jasmine and Sunshine Yoga revolves around the breach of peace due to amplified noise from live animals and concerns for safety when the snake ventured into the yoga studio. Both Lou and Dave failed in their duty of care by neglecting to secure the animals and maintain a peaceful environment. Despite Jasmine's multiple complaints to Lou about the disruptive noise, no remedial action was taken. Dave, by introducing live animals, assumed the responsibility not only to safeguard the animals but also to ensure the safety of individuals within the vicinity. The escape of the snake into the yoga studio compromised the safety of those present. Consequently, Jasmine is entitled to seek compensatory damages from both Lou and Dave, as the incurred losses directly impact her income. Furthermore, punitive damages may be pursued, with Lou being accountable for the snake's ability to breach the air duct system between tenants' spaces. Dave, on the other hand, may be held liable for punitive damages due to the trauma suffered by Jasmine following the

unexpected snake encounter. The escape of the snake into the yoga studio is deemed an instance of gross negligence.

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Reference Kubasek, N. K., Browne, M. N., Herron, D. J., Dhooge, L. J., & Barkacs, L. L. (2023a). Dynamic Business Law . McGraw-Hill LLC.

BUS 206 Project Three Submission-Contract Law

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