Joe Agreed to Paint Sam's House for $4000

question 177

Essay

Joe agreed to paint Sam's house for $4000. Joe then assigned the $4000 claim to Harry, who served notice on Sam about the assignment. When it came time for payment, Harry was informed by Sam that he would not pay because the paint was peeling off his house. Harry said that that was nothing to do with him and demanded payment. Explain the legal position of the parties.

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A sociological approach that views societal relationships as defined by tension and struggle between groups.

Progress

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