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Paul was employed by David as the day shift manager of David's fast-food restaurant pursuant to a written and signed one-year employment contract. After six

Paul was employed by David as the day shift manager of David's fast-food restaurant pursuant to a written and signed one-year employment contract. After six months on the job, David orally promised to pay Paul a bonus of $3,000 for his excellent work. David indicated that the bonus would be included in his next paycheck. Paul was not paid the bonus. Nonetheless, Paul continued to do the work. The following month, David orally told Paul that he would raise Paul's weekly salary by $250 if David agreed to work the night shift one night per week. Paul immediately agreed and proceeded to work the night shift one night per week in addition to his day shift duties. Four weeks later, Paul had not received the $3,000 bonus nor did he receive the salary increase. David told Paul that due to a large drop in business, he had changed his mind and that there would be no bonus or salary increase. Paul sues David for the bonus for the increased weekly salary, which he believes is due to him. a) Judgement for whom on the bonus claim? Explain fully. b) Judgment for whom on the salary claim? Explain fully. So for (b), the rule of promissory estoppel is used or which other rule is apply answer (b)

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