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Gilford Motor Co Ltd v Horne

N. M. Haener N. M. Haener May 02, 2024 6 min read
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This is an in-depth case analysis of Gilford Motor Co Ltd v Horne (1933), where the judgment held that indirectly setting up a new company to evade covenants does not negate contractual obligations.

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🏛️ Court: Court of Appeal
🗓️ Judgment Date: 28 April 1933
🗂️ Where Reported: [1933] Ch. 935; [1933] 4 WLUK 22
📍 Jurisdiction: United Kingdom

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