In a Case Filed in the Federal Court, Gamma Inc

question 71

Essay

In a case filed in the federal court, Gamma Inc sued Delta Ltd for breach of contract.Gamma claimed damages of $500 000.Although Delta denied liability, it formally offered to settle the claim for $200 000.Gamma rejected that offer, but in response, it formally offered to settle its claim for $400 000.Delta rejected that offer.The case has now gone to trial.Explain what order the judge will likely make with respect to costs if (a) Delta is held liable for $450 000, (b) Delta is held liable for $100 000, or (c) Delta is held not liable.

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