Question

Nathan buys a new microwave for $200. The microwave’s label bears a disclaimer that the manufacturer is not liable for consequential damages. A week later, while Nathan is baking cookies, the oven emits sparks and damages the electrical wiring in the kitchen. An electrician comes and informs Nathan that the oven malfunctioned and that the cost of repairs in his kitchen will cost $2,000. What can Nathan recover from the oven manufacturer? a. $2,500 b. $1,800 c. $200 d. No damages can be recovered.

Answer 1

Answer:

Option (c) $200

Explanation:

Data provided in the question:

Cost of the microwave = $200

Cost of repairs in the kitchen = $2,000

Now,

The damage caused in the kitchen is due to the malfunctioning of the microwave.

But the disclaimer on the microwave’s label already mentioned that the manufacturer is not liable for consequential damages.

here,

The damage in the kitchen is consequential damage to microwaves.

Hence,

the manufacturer of the oven will only give $200

Option (c) $200