What Is the Basis of the Decision of the House

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is the basis of the decision of the House of Lords in Panatown v Alfred McAlpine Construction?

• A) A claim could not be brought for the third party's loss because a deed had been executed by the defendant in favour of the third party.
• B) A claim could be brought for the third party's loss because a deed had been executed by the defendant in favour of the third party.
• C) A claim could not be brought because it was not foreseeable at the time of contracting that loss would be caused to the defendant from a breach of contract.
• D) None of these options are correct.

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Definitions:

Monopoly Power

The ability of a company or entity to control or dominate an industry or sector, often to the point where competition is significantly reduced or eliminated.

Federal Antitrust Laws

Laws enacted by the federal government of the United States to eliminate or prevent anti-competitive practices, ensure fair competition, and protect consumers from monopolies and cartels.

International Commerce

The exchange of goods and services between countries around the world.

Horizontal Price-fixing

An illegal agreement between competitors to set prices at a certain level, rather than allowing them to be determined by market forces.