ASSIGNMENT: In three to five (3-5) pages, advise Jim and Laura based on the above facts as presented and the material covered in the lessons. In your paper, be sure to address the following:
1. Define the elements of a legal contract using examples from the scenario where applicable.
2. Decide whether or not there was a contract for the purchase of the automobile.
3. Identify the facts from the scenario which support your decision on whether or not a contract exists for the purchase of the automobile.
4. Use at least two (2) quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other websites do not qualify as quality academic resources.
In order to foster learning and growth, all essays you submit must be newly written specifically for this course. Any recycled work will be sent back with a 0, and you will be given one attempt to redo the touchstone.
A. Assignment Guidelines
DIRECTIONS: Refer to the list below throughout the writing process. Do not submit your Touchstone until it meets these guidelines.
1. Understanding of Contract Law
❒ Have you defined the elements of a legal contract?
❒ Have you used examples from the scenario to illustrate these elements?
2. Case Judgment and Support
❒ Have you provided a judgment on the existence of a contract in this scenario?
❒ Have you used specific examples from the scenario to defend your position?
3. Research
❒ Have you referenced at least two academic sources in your essay?
❒ Have you explained how each source relates to and supports your judgment on the case?
