CIMA BA4 · Chapter 9 · Question 1 of 10
Under English law, a business sues a supplier for failing to deliver goods as agreed in their contract. Which statement correctly describes this case?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) It is a civil case in which the claimant seeks a remedy, such as damages, for breach of contract
Explanation
Breach of contract is a matter of civil law: the injured party (the claimant) brings the action against the defendant to obtain a remedy such as damages, not to have the defendant punished. Criminal cases are brought by the state, usually through the Crown Prosecution Service, and require proof beyond reasonable doubt. In a civil case the standard of proof is the balance of probabilities.
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