Arnold White owns a classic 1958 Chevrolet Corvette automobile valued at $ 120,000.00. Recently, Arnold took it
Question:
Arnold White owns a classic 1958 Chevrolet Corvette automobile valued at $ 120,000.00. Recently, Arnold took it to Expert Autobody, to store it for the winter at a cost of $ 5,000.00. Arnold left a deposit of $ 1,000.00. Expert Autobody did not have an alarm system and did not have padlocks on the latches of the overhead doors. Expert Autobody's practice was also to leave the keys in the cars it was storing so they would not get lost. One night, thieves broke into Expert Autobody and stole the car, which was never recovered. Arnold now wants to sue Expert Autobody for the value of the car. Expert Autobody is located in Toronto. Arnold has come to you for advice. Discuss his legal rights (if any) and the likely outcome a Judge would decide in this case. Define any legal term you use. (7 marks)