Niño is very much interested in buying Jasper’s business, but Jasper is not open to the idea of selling his business. Since Niño is used to getting what he wants, he threatened Jasper that he has connections with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and he can have Jasper’s business closed. Out of fear, Jasper sold his business to Niño. What should Jasper do to get back the business? What should be the basis of his remedy?

Niño is very much interested in buying Jasper’s business, but Jasper is not open to the idea of selling his business. Since Niño is used to getting what he wants, he threatened Jasper that he has connections with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and he can have Jasper’s business closed. Out of fear, Jasper sold his business to Niño. What should Jasper do to get back the business? What should be the basis of his remedy?

Business Its Legal Ethical & Global Environment

10th Edition

ISBN:9781305224414

Author:JENNINGS

Publisher:JENNINGS

Chapter4: Managing Disputes: Alternative Dispute Resolution And Litigation Strategies

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