Section 2-504 of the Uniform Commercial Code provides in part as follows:
Where the seller is required or authorized to send the goods to the buyer and the contract does not require him to deliver them at a particular destination, then unless otherwise agreed he must
" Put the goods in the possession of such a carrier and make such a contract for their transportation as may be reasonable having regard to the nature of the goods and other circumstances of the case; and
" Obtain and promptly deliver or tender in due form any document necessary to enable the buyer to obtain possession of the goods or otherwise required by the agreement or by usage of trade; and
" promptly notify the buyer of the shipment.
Puerto Rico Notice by Buyer of Rejection of Goods for Breach by Seller of Shipment Duties A Puerto Rico Notice by Buyer of Rejection of Goods for Breach by Seller of Shipment Duties is a formal document issued by a buyer in Puerto Rico to notify a seller about the rejection of goods due to the seller's failure to fulfill shipment obligations. This notice is an important legal tool used by buyers to protect their rights and seek appropriate remedies. When a seller fails to meet the shipment duties agreed upon in a contract or purchase agreement, the buyer has the right to reject the delivered goods. The rejection may be based on reasons such as damaged or defective goods, wrong quantity or type of goods, delivery beyond the agreed timeline, or any other shipment-related breach committed by the seller. In Puerto Rico, there may be various types of Notice by Buyer of Rejection of Goods for Breach by Seller of Shipment Duties. These may include: 1. Notice of Rejection due to Damaged Goods: If the buyer receives goods that are damaged during transit, they can issue a notice stating the rejection of goods and attributing it to the seller's failure to properly handle the shipment, resulting in damages. 2. Notice of Rejection due to Non-Conforming Goods: When the goods delivered by the seller do not meet the agreed specifications, type, quality, or quantity, the buyer can send a notice stating the rejection of goods for breaching the shipment duties. 3. Notice of Rejection due to Late Delivery: If the seller fails to deliver the goods within the agreed time frame, the buyer can issue a notice of rejection due to the seller's breach of shipment duties and inability to meet the required delivery schedule. 4. Notice of Rejection due to Improper Packaging: If the seller fails to appropriately package the goods, resulting in damage or loss during transportation, the buyer can notify the rejection of goods, holding the seller accountable for breaches in shipment obligations. These different categories of Puerto Rico Notices by Buyers serve as essential means for buyers to exercise their rights and safeguard themselves from losses incurred due to seller negligence or failure to fulfill shipment duties. It is crucial for buyers to timely generate such notices with accurate details regarding the breach and request appropriate remedies, such as replacement of goods, refunds, or compensation for losses suffered.
