Deirdre Read That Bids Were Being Solicited for the Construction

question 18

Essay

Deirdre read that bids were being solicited for the construction of an apartment tower. Deirdre submitted the lowest bid and was offered the contract contingent on her providing acceptable sureties in the amount of $1 million. Because Deirdre never had done work on this scale, it was virtually impossible for her to obtain the appropriate sureties. She convinced Reassuring Sureties, Inc. to issue the necessary commitment by misrepresenting that she was a famous builder in Canada. As the work progressed, it seemed to be going well and Deirdre was asked to make the project 52 stories instead of 50 stories, which was the original contract height. She agreed to this change.?After the work was completed, many breaches of contract on the part of Deirdre became evident. Reassuring Sureties was sued for a $500,000 loss. Reassuring Sureties defended on the grounds of fraud and material change in the contract. Decide.

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Definitions:

Sexual Harassment

Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature in the workplace or other settings.

Formal Complaint

A documented grievance filed in a formal setting such as a workplace or educational institution, alleging wrongdoing or policy violation.

Corroboration

Confirmation or support of a statement, theory, or finding, often with additional evidence or testimony.

Comparable Worth

A principle stating that jobs of equal value to an organization should receive equal pay, even if they are quite different in nature.