Jamie decided to use ABC company for renovating her basement. The owner of ABC, Jim said he would get the building permit easily. Later Kathryn realized there was no mention of the building permit when signing the contract. When Kathryn called Tom, he assured her that he would cover any costs associated with obtaining the permit.

1. Jamie received an invoice from ABC which was in excess of the amount provided for in the contract. Despite Jim's verbal assurances that the costs for obtaining the permits and rezoning of Jamie's home were included in the contract, the invoice contains additional charges for these items.

(i) Is Jamie required to pay this amount? What arguments can Jamie make that she is not liable for these amounts?

(ii) What problems or obstacles does Jamie have with her argument? Provide a full explanation of the problems.

(iii) Who would be the Plaintiff and who would be the defendant?

(iv) Who would be successful? Why?