Question: In the winter of 2019, Hannah and Daniel decide to get married.They visit Fairmont La Chateau to check availability of banquet space for their wedding reception of approximately 100 people.They decide to reserve an evening in May 2020, The contract involves a $5000 non-refundable deposit, approximately 10% of the total anticipated bill. In March of 2020 the pandemic erupts and the world changes, making any wedding reception impossible. They request a refund from Fairmont La Chateau, but the hotel says that their deposit was non-refundable and will not be returned.

Using what you know about contract law, assess the situation that the couple is in.What should they do?

Answer "scenario 1"

Answer "scenario 2"

Answer "scenario 3"