October 27, 2003
Juris prudent
The Connacht Tribune this week carried the account of a successful claimant in the Tuam district court. He had bought a TV three years ago that had packed up recently. The TV came with a one-year guarantee. Since the guarantee had long expired, the dealer quoted a price for repair but the owner wanted a new set.
Justice Gibbons said he did not think two years was an acceptable period of time for a television to show signs of malfunction. He said it should last for tens years or more.
Hmm…interesting interpretation of the Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act. I wonder if this will set a precedent ? I got a few items in the attic at home that have conked out… I wonder if I should head to the Tuam courthouse with them….?
Posted by Monasette at October 27, 2003 09:13 PMComments