Third Party Beneficiary Rights

Summary

In California, third-party beneficiaries can enforce contracts made for their benefit. The Kincaids, as intended beneficiaries, can likely sue the Desses for non-disclosure of property defects. The court would focus on whether the Kincaids were intended beneficiaries, which is supported by the contracts language allowing reliance by prospective buyers. If the contract was silent on who could rely on disclosures, the Desses might have had a stronger defense. Incidental beneficiaries cannot sue for breach.

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Yes, the Kincaids may indeed have grounds to bring an action against David and Sandra Dess for breach of contract as third-party beneficiaries. Here are some key points:
- In California, third-party beneficiaries can enforce contracts made for their benefit.
- The Kincaids, as intended beneficiaries, can potentially sue for non-disclosure of property defects.
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*. The direct parties to the contract are Select , who are selling a home, and Select , who is helping to sell the home.
The direct parties to the contract are:
- David and Sandra Dess, who are selling the home
- Sirva Relocation, LLC, who is helping to sell the home
The Kincaids, as third-party beneficiaries, can likely bring an action against the Desses for non-disclosure. Would you like detailed guidance on the steps to proceed with this case?
*. Who is the third-party beneficiary in this case? Select .
The third-party beneficiaries in this case are the Kincaids. They can likely bring an action against David and Sandra Dess for non-disclosure of property defects as they were intended beneficiaries of the disclosure agreement between the Desses and Sirva.
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*. The Kincaids would have asserted that they were the Select third-party beneficiary.
The Kincaids, as third-party beneficiaries, have a likely strong case against David and Sandra Dess for non-disclosure of property defects. This is supported by California law, which allows third-party beneficiaries to enforce contracts made for their benefit.
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*. The Desses would have asserted that the Kincaids were the Select third-party beneficiary.
The Kincaids, as third-party beneficiaries, likely have a strong case against David and Sandra Dess for non-disclosure of property defects. California law supports third-party beneficiaries enforcing contracts made for their benefit.
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*. A third party that is considered an intended beneficiary to a contract Select sue the promisor for breach of contract.
Yes, the Kincaids, as intended third-party beneficiaries, can sue David and Sandra Dess for breach of their contract with Sirva under California law. Here are some key points:
- Intended beneficiaries can enforce contracts made for their benefit.
- Non-disclosure of defects can constitute a breach.
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*. A third party that is considered an incidental beneficiary to a contract (?) sue the promisor for breach of contract.
In California, only intended beneficiaries have the right to enforce a contract. Incidental beneficiaries cannot sue for breach of contract. The key issue is whether the Kincaids are intended or incidental beneficiaries.
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*. In determining whether a beneficiary is an intended or incidental beneficiary, a court likely would focus on whether performance is rendered Select to the third party, if the third party has a right to Select , and if the third party is Select .
In determining whether a beneficiary is an intended or incidental beneficiary, a court likely would focus on:
- Whether performance is rendered directly to the third party.
- If the third party has a right to enforce the contract.
- If the third party is expressly designated as a beneficiary.
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*. To be considered an intended beneficiary under the contract, the name “Kincaid" Select expressly appear in the terms of the contract.
The Kincaids have a strong case as intended third-party beneficiaries under California law, which allows enforcement of contracts made for their benefit. To proceed:
- Confirm the Kincaids' intended beneficiary status by reviewing the contract.
- Gather evidence of defects and non-disclosure.
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*. Assuming the Kincaids are considered an intended beneficiary, their interest most likely vested ....?
The Kincaids' interest as intended beneficiaries likely vested when they signed the contract to purchase the home, as this would establish their reliance on the disclosure agreement.
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*. One benefit of permitting the Kincaids to directly sue the promisor, the Desses, as opposed to having to sue Sirva, is that Select .
One benefit of permitting the Kincaids to directly sue the promisor, the Desses, is that they can directly address the non-disclosure issues and potentially receive compensation for the defects quicker.
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*. Is it likely that the court ruled in favor of the Kincaids? Select
It is likely that the court ruled in favor of the Kincaids. Under California law, third-party beneficiaries can enforce contracts made for their benefit. Given the non-disclosure of property defects and the Kincaids' intended beneficiary status, their case is strong.
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WHAT IF THE FACTS WERE DIFFERENT? *. In the case, the court focused on the language of the contract. In the contract, the Desses agreed to fully disclose all information about the property. Further, under the terms of the contract, it was agreed that Sirva and “other prospective buyers" could rely on the Desses’ disclosures. Would the Desses have had a stronger case if the contract was silent as to which parties could rely on the Desses’ disclosures? Select *. The Desses would have had a stronger argument if the contract was silent in this way because Select .
Yes, the Desses would likely have had a stronger case if the contract was silent regarding which parties could rely on their disclosures. This ambiguity might make it harder for the Kincaids to prove they were intended beneficiaries.
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