What were the key terms of the original contract between Jeremiah O\'Keefe\'s funeral home business and the Loewen Group? What obligaTIons did each party have under the contract?

How did the Loewen Group allegedly breach their contract with O\'Keefe\'s funeral home business? What specific terms or clauses did their acTIons violate?

Could the Loewen Group argue their acTIons did not consTItute a breach of contract? Why or why not? What defenses might they raise?

What damages did O\'Keefe suffer as a result of the alleged breach of contract by the Loewen Group? How did he calculate these damages?

Based on contract law principles, do you think the jury\'s verdict against the Loewen Group for $ million was appropriate? Why or why not? What factors should the jury have considered in assessing damages for the breach?