Communication

Question 1

when has the acceptance been effectively communicated when done through instantaneous communication

Answer 1

• entores v Miles far east corporation
• acceptor has to take reasonable steps to ensure that the offeror has heard and understood the acceptance

Question 2

when has the offer been accepted when through non instantaneous communication

Answer 2

• Dunlop and Wilson v Higgins and son
• it has been accepted the day it has posted

Question 3

what said that only acceptance has the benefit of the postal rule and the contract exists the moment of postage

Answer 3

Thomson v James

Question 4

what happens if the letter goes entirely missing

Answer 4

• Mason v Benhar
• it needs to appear eventually

Question 5

what about emails as a form of acceptance

Answer 5

• Thomas v BPE solicitors
• the principle that acceptance is effective on receipt applies to emails