Using Issue-Law-Application-Conclusion (ILAC method)

The Application is the most important, and longest part of your answer. It involves applying the Rule to the facts of the problem or question. You should use the facts to explain how the rule leads to the conclusion.

Country of Jurisdiction: Samoa

Scenario 2 Agreement

Johnny wishes to purchase a new MP3 player. He visits BJ Hi-Fi and checks out the range of MP3 players they have available. One particular model, the Orange ePod, is on sale: there is a small stack of ePods under a sign that states: 'Special offer! Only $100'. Johnny says to himself, 'Well, that's an offer that is too good to refuse', and takes one from the stack. He takes the ePod to the counter, hands it to the cashier, and says 'I'll take this'. He then remembers seeing ePods on sale for $90 at another store. He says to the cashier, 'I'm sorry, I've changed my mind'. The cashier responds, 'No, I'm sorry, I'm afraid it's too late. You have to buy this now. You are legally committed.' Is the cashier correct? Focus upon whether or not there is an agreement between Johnny and BJ Hi-Fi.

Scenario 3 - CONSIDERATION

Katrina makes a written promise/offer to Sam to sell him her car for $10,000. In her promise/offer she stated 'this promise/offer will remain open for 5 days'. Two days later she tells Sam she changed her mind. Immediately after Katrina changed her mind, Sam gave her half the price of the car. With reference to the principles of Consideration, is the promise by Katrina enforceable?

Scenario 4 - CAPACITY TO CONTRACT

Michael, a 16-year-old tennis star, had a two-year contract with his coach, Harry. He had a couple of losses and in a fit of anger, he told Harry that he was no good as a coach and to pack his bags and leave. Harry had 12 months left on his contract at the time. With reference to the principles governing capacity to contract, can Michael avoid the contract with Harry?