Which of the Following Factors Was Not Relevant to the Decision

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors was not relevant to the decision in Link Lending v. Bustard that Ms Bustard was in actual occupation despite being in hospital for psychiatric treatment?

• A) Ms Bustard had an intention to occupy the property
• B) The fact that the property was not derelict
• C) The reason for the absence
• D) Regular visits to the property

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Definitions:

Legal Benefit

An advantage or gain, especially in a contractual context, that a party receives, which constitutes consideration necessary for a valid contract.

Unilateral Contract

A contract in which only one party makes a promise or undertakes a performance, while the other side only has to perform if they choose to.

Forbearance

An agreement between a debtor and lender to temporarily postpone repayment of a loan, often to avoid default.

Illusory Promise

signifies a statement that appears to be a promise but does not actually bind the party making it to a particular action or outcome, thus lacking the substance necessary for a valid contract.