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Deception. Fraud. Cheating. Worthless merchandise, or merchandise worth less than the price charged. Problems with the product. Misrepresentation. Failure to disclose.

The saying means that it is up to the buyer to be on the lookout for any problems and not up to the seller to call attention to them.

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Caveat emptor applies to all real estate transactions in ca?

Yes. A buyer should always have a title examination performed by a professional and representation by an attorney who specializes in real estate law.


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What are some examples of perfectly elastic supply products?

As you know, elastic supply happens when a producer is willing to supply an unlimited quantity at a given price or higher, but none at a lower price. Perfectly elastic supply doesn't happen often, but it's happened before in agriculture markets. This is from a textbook "A hypothetical example of perfectly elastic supply comes with a generic cheese sandwich, such as that sold by Manny Mustard and thousands of others. The production cost of combining labor, kitchen utensils, mayonnaise, cheese, and bread are one dollar per sandwich. This cost is the same for one sandwich or one billion sandwiches. There is no increasing opportunity cost. There are no economies of scale. As such, the supply of generic cheese sandwiches is perfectly elastic. If buyers pay a buck each, one dollar, they get as many generic cheese sandwiches as they want. If buyers should lower the price they offer for generic cheese sandwiches by an infinitesimally small amount, then sellers do not supply any generic cheese sandwiches. If buyers should raise the price they offer for generic cheese sandwiches by an infinitesimally small amount, then sellers supply an infinitely large amount. Of course, buyers have no reason to offer a lower price because they can buy all that they want at the existing price."

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Someone should have told you caveat emptor when you bought that car?

let the buyer beware


The principle of caveat emptor?

the phrase caveat emptor means "let the buyer beware". Its legal meaning is that the buyer needs to exercise diligence when purchasing something. If something is too good to be true, it usually isn't.


Use caveat emptor in a sentence?

The buyer should be aware of potential defects when purchasing a used car, as the principle of caveat emptor applies in such transactions.


Why is the doctrine of caveat emptor not applicable to the contract of insurance?

The concept of "Caveat Emptor" finds a mention in judicial systems of common law. For example it appears in the Sale of Goods Act in India. Caveat Emptor is a concept which is becoming slightly lesser relevant because of the huge variety of means through which goods and services are being sold in today's market. Caveat Emptor means the Buyer Beware. A contract of insurance is however a different contract and is guided by different principles such "utmost good faith",etc. The reason being that in a contract for insurance, for example in life insurance, the person getting himself assured must show utmost good faith. This means he should disclose all the material factors which are likely to influence the insuring party. The concept of Caveat Emptor not being applicable because the insurer can in no way possibly forsee all the possible conditions likely to effect his interest. The insured is in the best position to know this.


Caveat emptor means that the producer will be protected against fraudulent business practices but most protect the consumer?

For most of its existence as a legal guideline for commercial transactions, the "caveat emptor" principle has generally operated on dual levels: first, to protect producers (as well as mediating sellers); second, to protect consumers. Applied in particular commercial contexts, its meaning can vary greatly. It should also be noted that, in recent years, it has come to be qualified more as a consumer-protection principle.


Caveat emptor applies to all real estate transactions in ca?

Yes. A buyer should always have a title examination performed by a professional and representation by an attorney who specializes in real estate law.


If four months after buying a 2001 Alero from a dealer the oil pump is supposedly gone is the dealer responsible?

IF you bought the car and knew what the warranty was offered and it was leass than 4 months, then why should the dealer be responsible? They can not be responsible for other's lack of actions. If you have a car that you neglect, trade it in to the dealer, how would the dealer know what you did or didn't do? Caveat Emptor-buyer beware. That's the chances you take unfortunatly.


What is a caveat?

usually a warning or a condition one should be aware of as in the latin phrase caveat emptor which means buyer beware!! and that is the full extent of my knowledge of latin In addition to the above, the term "caveat" refers to a challenge of the validity of a will after the decedent has died but before the will has been admitted to probate. It has the effect of forcing the matter into will contest litigation. ---- In the UK, a caveat is a restriction entered at the Probate Registry to prevent someone from taking out a grant of probate or grant of letters of administration. It is usually done where there is likely to be a dispute, e.g over the terms of a Will or over who should administer an intestate estate. It does not always lead to litigation - it simply prevents administration of the estate until the dispute is resolved, either by mediation, litigation or other agreement between the parties. A caveat needs to be renewed regularly, and can be removed at any time by the person who registered it.A warning of specific conditions or limitations.


I just purchased a handgun from a gun show but I notice the number on the barrel does not match the serial number shown on the frame.?

If it was represented as an all matching serial number gun, contact the seller to see if he will take it back or reduce the price. If not, was the price in line with a non-matching serial numbered pistol? If not, you are in my opinion, a victim of caveat emptor or buyer beware. If it was a German Luger or P.38, it still should be ok to shoot. The big harm is that the collector value is greatly diminished.


What is the Doctrine of Caveat Venditor and what is its purpose?

Caveat venditor is in contrast to the legal doctrine of caveat emptor, or, let the buyer beware. The doctrine of caveat vendor establishes a set of good business practices that protect the seller. The seller must verify the authority of the buyer to contract on behalf of their company. Ask for certificates of authority. Typically, a seller should make appropriate inquiries as to the authority of the buyer and the quality of the payment: In other words, verify payment for goods and/or services prior to their delivery. The seller with any doubts can ask for a cashier's check. The seller must be alert to checks received for payment that show a notation of "payment in full" when the payment is not in full. Keep copies of all checks to monitor the authorized signatures. For the small business the practice of using "PayPal" services for internet sales is a good example of the doctrine of caveat venditor in action. By using that service the seller is guaranteed that payment is made before the goods are delivered. For a good discussion see the link provided below.


Is Bing clipart copyright?

As with most legal questions the answer is both yes and no. Most "clip art" (if you read the fine print) is "free for personal use" but there are restrictions on redistribution. This is because the proper copyright clearances weren't obtained before publication. In all cases "Caveat Emptor" should apply when dealing with "clip art"


Does a fireplace need to be in working order at time of home sale in Fairfax County Virginia Fireplace was not listed as is and was represented as a working fireplace?

Virginia is a Caveat Emptor state (Buyer Beware). Basically, the obligations of a seller are established by the contract for sale, not by legislation. The standard Northern Virginia contract does require all plumbing and all appliances to be functioning (paragraph 7). Also, there is a paragraph that essentially says that the house should be free of code violations, which could come into play if the firplace is incorrectly installed. If the house was not sold "as is" and if these portions of the contract were not stricken, then the seller should be required to get it working. Typically, this would be raised as a "walk-through" issue, and the remedy (escrow funds, a credit, etc) would be negotiated at the closing table. If it has already gone to closing, the obligations of sellers and buyers still outlive closing day, so it is possible to seek remedy even after closing day. If you have any further questions, please feel free to call me: