I disagree with aurigus on this one. I think Redjake has the law on his side on this one. He could threaten to litigate, but for a $300 couch Wal-Mart would just laugh at him. They may also give him the couch to make him go away.
The reason I say this is because of what I learned in the business law classes I took in undergraduate and graduate school. In order for a contract to be binding, there must be offer, acceptance and consideration.
Wal-Mart posting a price on an item is definitely an offer. There is no way they can dance around this. They must sell merchandise at the prices they advertise. The FTC has been cracking down on this type of shit for years.
Redjake finally making it to the cashier with the coach and eagerly attempting to pay definitely shows his acceptance.
The fact that Redjake is an adult, not mentally challenged (I don't think
), and aware of what he is getting for his money means that he has displayed consideration.
In my eyes, there was definitely offer, acceptance and consideration here. I will email this link to my buddy in law school at Pitt later and see what he thinks.
Sorry about the bullshit Redjake, I feel for ya. You should have gotten loud and belligerent in there, you were in the right.