Question

You claim that your friend Ariana owes you $50 but refuses to pay. Finally when you're desperate, she offers you a check for $30- provided you accept it as full statement. To get your hands on some money, you agree and cash the check. The next day you sue for $20.

Who Wins?

Answer 1

Ariana would win if you sued for the remaining $20 because by accepting the check for $30 as a 'full statement,' you agreed to consider the debt settled.

Step-by-step explanation:

In this scenario, it is likely that Ariana would win if you sued for the remaining $20. By accepting the check for $30 as a 'full statement,' you agreed to consider the debt settled. This means Ariana does not owe you any additional money. Although it might seem unfair, legally, accepting the check would be seen as an agreement to release Ariana from the remaining balance.