privity of contract cases

• What is the foundational case related to the doctrine of privity discussed first?

  Tweddle v Atkinson
• What was the main issue in Tweddle v Atkinson?

  Tweddle sought to enforce a promise made in a contract
• Why did the Court of Queen’s Bench rule against Tweddle?

  He was not a party to the contract
• What must a third party show to enforce a promise made in a contract?

  They must show consideration or involvement
• What is the key ruling from Beswick v Beswick?

  A contract for a third party can be enforced
• Why could Mrs. Beswick enforce the agreement?

  It was made for her benefit
• What did the court order in Beswick v Beswick?

  Specific performance to compel payments
• What was the context of Clarke v Dunraven?

  Competitors in a yacht race
• What did the Court of Appeal rule regarding Dunraven's obligations?

  He was bound by the agreement made
• What does the decision in Clarke v Dunraven emphasize?

  Importance of contractual intent and adherence
• What is the case Jackson v Horizon Holidays about?

  Claim for a substandard holiday
• Why could Mr. Jackson claim for his family's loss?

  The contract intended to benefit his family
• What principle did the court extend in Jackson v Horizon Holidays?

  Claiming damages for third parties affected
• What was the case Linden Gardens Trust Ltd v Lenesta Sludge Disposals Ltd about?

  Claim for breach of contract on building works
• What did the House of Lords rule regarding Linden Gardens Trust?

  They had the right to claim for breach
• What does the ruling in Linden Gardens Trust emphasize?

  Third parties can sue if intended beneficiaries
• What is the case New Zealand Shipping Co Ltd v AM Satterthwaite about?

  Liability clause in a shipping contract
• What did the House of Lords rule regarding the stevedore company?

  They could benefit from the limitation clause
• What principle does the ruling in The Eurymedon illustrate?

  A third party can benefit from a contract
• What is the case Shanklin Pier Ltd v Detel Products about?

  Enforcement of a promise regarding paint quality
• What did the Court of Appeal rule in favor of Shanklin Pier Ltd?

  They could enforce the promise about paint
• What does the ruling in Shanklin Pier Ltd emphasize?

  A third party can enforce a term if intended
• What was the claimant in the case of Shanklin Pier Ltd v Detel Products Ltd?


  Shanklin Pier Ltd
• What was the purpose of the contract between Shanklin Pier Ltd and Detel Products Ltd?

  To purchase paint for the pier
• What was the understanding regarding the paint in the contract?

  The paint would be suitable for the pier
• What was the outcome of the Court of Appeal in this case?

  Ruled in favor of Shanklin Pier Ltd
• What did the court hold regarding the pier company's ability to enforce the promise?

  They could enforce the promise about paint quality
• Under what condition can a third party enforce a term of a contract?

  If the contract was intended to benefit them
• What is required for a third party to have enforceable rights?

  The contract must link to a collateral agreement
• What was the issue with the paint provided by Detel Products Ltd?

  It was unsatisfactory and unsuitable
• What did Detel Products Ltd argue regarding their liability?

  They were only liable under their contract
• What did the court find about the contract between the paint supplier and the pier company?

  It was linked to a collateral contract
• Why is the case of Shanklin Pier Ltd v Detel Products Ltd significant?

  It recognizes third-party enforcement of contract terms
• What was the claimant's name in the case of Donoghue v Stevenson?

  1. Donoghue
• What did Mrs. Donoghue find in her ginger beer?

  A decomposed snail
• What was the outcome of Mrs. Donoghue's lawsuit against Stevenson?

  Stevenson owed her a duty of care
• What principle did the House of Lords establish in Donoghue v Stevenson?

  Manufacturers owe a duty of care to consumers
• What does the duty of care in tort law ensure for consumers?

  Products are safe and will not cause harm
• What was the claimant in Darlington Borough Council v Wiltshire Northern Ltd?


  Darlington Borough Council
• What was the nature of the work in Darlington Borough Council v Wiltshire Northern Ltd?

  Related to a building project using scaffolding