Legal Opinion
Hale v. George A. Hormel & Co.
California Court of Appeal
Decided May 9, 1975No. Civ. 13833PublishedCited by 24 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
Opinion
KERRIGAN, J.
Earl Hale and his wife (“Hale”) entered into a written agreement with Universal Marketing Enterprises Co. (“Universal”) whereby Universal agreed to sell Hale 39 coin-operated vending machines for $25,000 and to find Hale suitable sites or locations for the machines in the Coachella Valley area (Palm Springs and environs). The machines were to be utilized to dispense 8-ounce cans of Welch’s fruit drinks and delivery was to be accomplished within 90 days. Unfortunately, Hale paid the entire purchase price before receiving any machines. Universal’s president advanced excuse…
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