Law 011-TRIAL CHART -- PLAINTIFF (SAMSON)
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Assignment #7 - Prepare a Trial Chart
TRIAL CHART -- PLAINTIFF (SAMSON)
Elements of Claim -- First Cause of Action -- Contract
1. Contract Made
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Facts:
- A contract was signed between the Samsons and Emerald's Catering for the specified date
of the party.
- The contract detailed the date, services, items to be provided, and the agreed-upon price.
- One-half of the total payment of $30,000 was made at the time of contract signing.
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Witnesses and Exhibits:
1. Benjamin Samson
- Will testify that a contract was indeed signed with Emerald's Catering.
2. Sara Samson
- Will testify to the details of the contract and the agreed-upon terms.
3. Emerald's Catering Representative (if available)
- Will testify to the execution of the contract from their perspective.
4.
Exhibit A: Signed Contract
- A copy of the signed contract detailing the terms and conditions.
5.
Exhibit B: Payment Receipt (First Half)
- Evidence of the first payment made.
2. Defendant Executed Contract
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Facts:
- Emerald's Catering agreed to the terms and conditions of the contract.
- Performance was expected on the specified date.
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Witnesses and Exhibits:
1. Benjamin Samson
- Will testify that Emerald's Catering agreed to and executed the contract.
2. Sara Samson
- Will testify to any communications or actions indicating the acceptance of the contract
terms by Emerald's Catering.
3. Plaintiff Performed
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Facts:
- The Samsons made an initial payment of $15,000 as specified in the contract.
- Country Club donated the space for the fundraiser.
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Witnesses and Exhibits:
1. Benjamin Samson
- Will testify that the Samsons fulfilled their payment obligation.
2. Sara Samson
- Will confirm the payment made and adherence to contract terms.
3. Country Club Representative (if available)
- May testify to the donation of space for the fundraiser.
4.
Exhibit C: Payment Receipts (Second Half - if applicable)
- Evidence of the second payment made.
4. Defendant Breached Contract
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Facts:
- Emerald's Catering failed to arrive on time as specified in the contract.
- The services outlined in the contract were not provided as agreed.
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Witnesses and Exhibits:
1. Benjamin Samson
- Will testify to the non-fulfillment of contractual obligations by Emerald's Catering.
2. Sara Samson
- Will provide details on the breach of contract.
3. Country Club Representative (if available)
- May testify to the absence of Emerald's Catering at the specified time.
4.
Exhibit D: Engraved Invitations
- To demonstrate the event's failure due to breach.
5. Plaintiff Damages
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Facts:
- The Samsons incurred a financial loss of $15,000 paid to Emerald's Catering.
- Additional expenses of $500 on engraved invitations.
- Damage to the Samsons' reputation in the community.
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Witnesses and Exhibits:
1. Benjamin Samson
- Will testify to the financial losses and damage to reputation.
2. Sara Samson
- Will provide details on the financial and reputational damages.
3. Invited Guests (as applicable)
- May testify to the impact on the community's perception.
4.
Exhibit E: Receipts and Invoices
- Documents supporting the financial damages.
5.
Exhibit F: Engraved Invitations
- Copies of the invitations to demonstrate additional expenses.
6.
Exhibit G: Evidence of Reputation Damage
- Any relevant documentation supporting the claim of damage to reputation.
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Conclusion
- The evidence provided by the witnesses and exhibits establishes a strong case for breach of
contract by Emerald's Catering, leading to significant damages suffered by the Samsons.