David Allen, owner of Slope and Slide, produces merchandise (t-shirts and related souvenirs) for tourism operators on Vancouver Island. As Allen's business grows, the manufacturing equipment starts to show a lot of wear and tear. Two of the three sewing machines broke down within days of each other. Allen took the machines to Dupreet's repair shop, explaining that he needed the work done as quickly as possible. If Allen could not fill the orders in time for the Christmas buying season, the tourism operators would not buy from him. Dupreet and their staff worked overtime to fix the sewing machines. When Allen arrived to pick up the fixed machines, he told Dupreet he would pay the repair bill after he sold some more merchandise. Dupreet refused to hand over the machines without payment. Allen argued that Dupreet had no right to 'hold the machines hostage'. After all, Allen owns the machines. Allen is thinking of taking his action to court.

1)Identify the main legal issue, including the remedy being sought.-

2)Describe a possible defence(s)?-

3)Discuss the likely outcome of this case.-

4) Identify ONE risk reduction strategy? (from the perspective of either party?