Craig makes an offer to Josie by mail, because she cannot be reached by telephone. She replies by mail, accepting the offer. Canada Post mislays her reply for several weeks. Craig, who has given up waiting to hear from her, has entered into the contract with someone else after waiting for a reasonable time. Josie can sue Craig for breach of contract.

Breach of Contract

Not meeting any obligation of a contract, regardless of it being formalized in writing or orally, without a justified legal justification.

Mail

The system by which letters, packages, and other types of correspondence are delivered from one location to another.

Reasonable Time

A legal standard referring to a time period that is fair and appropriate under the circumstances for performing a legal duty or obligation.