Contracts II (LAW 506) Krell v. Henry - Case Brief

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Contracts II (LAW 506)

Krell v. Henry
Court:
Court of King’s Bench (1903)
Facts:
Krell (PL) sued Henry (DF) for 75£, for which the DF had agreed to hire a flat at 56A, Pall Mall
on the days of June 26 and 27, for the purposes of viewing the coronation of His Majesty. The
DF denied his liability.
Issues:
Whether the PL can be held liable for damages under the contract when the purpose for the
contract had not occurred.

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