breach of contract
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A breach of contract occurs when a party fails to fulfill their obligations as outlined in an agreement. This can involve not delivering goods as specified, not transferring ownership, or failing to warrant that the goods conform to the contract's terms.12
In commercial transactions, sellers have three main duties: to deliver the goods, transfer ownership, and ensure the goods meet contract specifications. If a seller fails to deliver, buyers in Anglo-American law typically seek damages, while continental European law may allow buyers to sue for delivery. Delayed delivery can be as harmful as non-delivery, especially if the timing was crucial to the contract.2
Buyers also have rights regarding the quality of goods. If goods are unfit for their ordinary or a known special purpose, the buyer may have remedies such as deducting from the price, rejecting the goods, or claiming damages.2
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