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Law of contract [electronic resource]

By: Language: English Publication details: Harlow Pearson Education 2017Edition: 13th edDescription: eBookISBN:
  • 9781292176116
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 346.4202
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Partial contents:
Part 1 The formation of a contract -- 1 The evolution and definition of the modern contract -- 2 The fact of agreement -- 3 Consideration -- 4 Intention to create legal relations -- 5 Capacity -- 6 Formalities -- Part 2 The contents of the contract -- 7 The terms of the contract -- 8 Exemption clauses -- Part 3 Factors that vitiate a contract -- 9 Misrepresentation -- 10 Mistake -- 11 Duress, undue influence and inequality of bargaining power -- 12 Illegality -- Part 4 Discharge of contracts -- 13 Discharge by performance and breach -- 14 Discharge by agreement -- 15 Discharge by frustration -- Part 5 Remedies for breach of contract -- 16 The common law remedy of damages -- 17 Equitable remedies and limitation of actions -- 18 Quasi-contract and the law of restitution -- Part 6 The rights and liabilities of third parties to the contract -- 19 Privity of contract -- 20 Agency -- 21 Assignment of contractual rights
Summary: Presents a trusted account of the main principles of contract law, using clear explanations and contemporary applications. In an area of law that is growing in complexity and importance, a firm grasp of the fundamental principles is essential. This book provides this necessary foundation whilst also considering recent proposals for reform so that the reader can gain an understanding of the overall development of the law.
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Book Virtual Online eBook (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 159446-2001

Part 1 The formation of a contract -- 1 The evolution and definition of the modern contract -- 2 The fact of agreement -- 3 Consideration -- 4 Intention to create legal relations -- 5 Capacity -- 6 Formalities -- Part 2 The contents of the contract -- 7 The terms of the contract -- 8 Exemption clauses -- Part 3 Factors that vitiate a contract -- 9 Misrepresentation -- 10 Mistake -- 11 Duress, undue influence and inequality of bargaining power -- 12 Illegality -- Part 4 Discharge of contracts -- 13 Discharge by performance and breach -- 14 Discharge by agreement -- 15 Discharge by frustration -- Part 5 Remedies for breach of contract -- 16 The common law remedy of damages -- 17 Equitable remedies and limitation of actions -- 18 Quasi-contract and the law of restitution -- Part 6 The rights and liabilities of third parties to the contract -- 19 Privity of contract -- 20 Agency -- 21 Assignment of contractual rights

Presents a trusted account of the main principles of contract law, using clear explanations and contemporary applications. In an area of law that is growing in complexity and importance, a firm grasp of the fundamental principles is essential. This book provides this necessary foundation whilst also considering recent proposals for reform so that the reader can gain an understanding of the overall development of the law.