What is the ratio in Appleby v Myers?

In entire contracts, complete performance is a condition precedent to payment, and no recovery is available for partial performance even when completion becomes impossible.

What did the court decide in Appleby v Myers?

The court held that the contractor could not recover payment for partially completed machinery installation when fire made completion impossible.

Why is Appleby v Myers important for contract law?

It demonstrates the harsh common law rule for entire contracts and shows how contract classification affects recovery rights when performance becomes impossible.

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