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| adam_text | CONTENTS
Preface
Table
Table
PART
1
MODERN CONTRACT
Evolution
Definition
2
Introduction
Offer
Acceptance
The fact of acceptance
The termination of offers
Certainty of terms
3
Introduction
The definition of consideration
Consideration may be executed or executory but not past
Consideration must move from the promisee though not
necessarily to the promisor
Consideration must be sufficient though not necessarily
adequate
4
Introduction
Social and domestic arrangements
Commercial agreements
VI
Contents
5
The scope of this chapter
The capacity of natural persons
The capacity of corporations
6
Introduction
Contracts required to be made by deed
Contracts required to be in writing
Contracts required to be evidenced in writing
PART
7
Introduction
Express terms
Implied terms
The classification of contractual terms
8
Introduction
Incorporation of the exclusion clause into the contract
Construing exemption clauses
Other factors limiting the effectiveness of exemption
clauses
PART
9
Introduction
The nature of the inducement
The fact of the inducement
The nature of the misrepresentation
The remedies available for misrepresentation
Exclusion of liability for misrepresentation
10
Introduction
Mistake at common law
Mistake in equity
Mistake as to the nature of the document signed
11
BARGAINING POWER
Introduction
The common law concept of duress
84
84
84
91
97
97
97
99
104
107
109
109
109
118
140
146
146
146
151
156
191
193
193
193
197
200
202
212
213
213
214
235
242
245
245
245
Contents
vu
The equitable concept of undue influence
Inequality of bargaining power
12
The classification of illegality
The unlawful manner of performance
Acts illegal by statute
Acts illegal at common law
The effects of illegality
Severance
PART
13
Performance
Breach
14
Introduction
Bilateral discharge
Unilateral discharge
15
Introduction
The development of the modern doctrine
Applications of the doctrine of frustration
Factors affecting the operation of the doctrine
The legal effects of the doctrine of frustration
PART
16
Introduction
Assessment of the basis on which damages are awarded
Limitations on the availability of damages
17
ACTIONS
Equitable remedies
Limitations of actions
18
Introduction
Actions to recover moneys paid
Actions for payments made under a mistake of law
Claims in quantum meruit
viii Contents
PART
PARTIES TO THE CONTRACT
19
The general rule
The effect of the doctrine of privity of contract
Avoiding the doctrine of privity of contract
Exceptions to the doctrine of privity of contract
Reform of the doctrine of privity of contract
20
Introduction
The creation of the agency relationship
The effects of agency
The termination of the agency
The effect of European law on the agency relationship
21
Introduction
Voluntary assignment at common law
Voluntary assignment in equity
Statutory assignment
Other factors affecting all types of assignments
Assignment of liabilities
Index
PAUL RICHARDS
law of contract
Law of Contract is popular with students for its concise, clear and up-to-date explanation of
the main principles of contract law. The author presents the law in a readable and accessible
form by setting out the general principles of the subject with reference to the leading and
most recent cases.
5> KEY FEATURES
■
students to gain a sound understanding of the main concepts.
■
most relevant cases, and consider the principles of the law in action.
■
analytical skills.
ì>
■
Goods to Consumers Regulations
manufacturers and retailers.
■
revised and simplified.
■
account the Court of Appeal decision in Clegg v Ollie Andersson It/a Nordic Marine}.
■
Finance Ltd. v Hudson], liability for breach of warranty of authority [Nimmo v Habton Farms!,
exemption clauses [Fe Ida roll Foundry pic v Hermes Leasing {London} Ltd], contributory
negligence [Standard Chartered Bank v Pakistan National Shipping Corporation!, and
restitutionary damages for breach of contract [Experience Hendrix LLC
■
■
updates to the book and links to useful online legal resources. The companion website may be
found at www.pearsoned.co.uk/fsls.
Paul Richards is Head of the Department of Law, University of Huddersfield. He has many
years experience as a lecturer in contract, land law and trusts, and is an examiner and
moderator for various bodies.
About this series
Longman s established Foundation Studies in Law Series prides itself on its clarity of content, engaging
case summaries and reference to contemporary issues. With coverage ideally suited to undergraduate
and graduate diploma law students, and a wealth of learning support, these texts do more for students
of law.
Other titles currently available in this series: Constitutional and Administrative Law
of the European Union
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CONTENTS
Preface
Table
Table
PART
1
MODERN CONTRACT
Evolution
Definition
2
Introduction
Offer
Acceptance
The fact of acceptance
The termination of offers
Certainty of terms
3
Introduction
The definition of consideration
Consideration may be executed or executory but not past
Consideration must move from the promisee though not
necessarily to the promisor
Consideration must be sufficient though not necessarily
adequate
4
Introduction
Social and domestic arrangements
Commercial agreements
VI
Contents
5
The scope of this chapter
The capacity of natural persons
The capacity of corporations
6
Introduction
Contracts required to be made by deed
Contracts required to be in writing
Contracts required to be evidenced in writing
PART
7
Introduction
Express terms
Implied terms
The classification of contractual terms
8
Introduction
Incorporation of the exclusion clause into the contract
Construing exemption clauses
Other factors limiting the effectiveness of exemption
clauses
PART
9
Introduction
The nature of the inducement
The fact of the inducement
The nature of the misrepresentation
The remedies available for misrepresentation
Exclusion of liability for misrepresentation
10
Introduction
Mistake at common law
Mistake in equity
Mistake as to the nature of the document signed
11
BARGAINING POWER
Introduction
The common law concept of duress
84
84
84
91
97
97
97
99
104
107
109
109
109
118
140
146
146
146
151
156
191
193
193
193
197
200
202
212
213
213
214
235
242
245
245
245
Contents
vu
The equitable concept of undue influence
Inequality of bargaining power
12
The classification of illegality
The unlawful manner of performance
Acts illegal by statute
Acts illegal at common law
The effects of illegality
Severance
PART
13
Performance
Breach
14
Introduction
Bilateral discharge
Unilateral discharge
15
Introduction
The development of the modern doctrine
Applications of the doctrine of frustration
Factors affecting the operation of the doctrine
The legal effects of the doctrine of frustration
PART
16
Introduction
Assessment of the basis on which damages are awarded
Limitations on the availability of damages
17
ACTIONS
Equitable remedies
Limitations of actions
18
Introduction
Actions to recover moneys paid
Actions for payments made under a mistake of law
Claims in quantum meruit
viii Contents
PART
PARTIES TO THE CONTRACT
19
The general rule
The effect of the doctrine of privity of contract
Avoiding the doctrine of privity of contract
Exceptions to the doctrine of privity of contract
Reform of the doctrine of privity of contract
20
Introduction
The creation of the agency relationship
The effects of agency
The termination of the agency
The effect of European law on the agency relationship
21
Introduction
Voluntary assignment at common law
Voluntary assignment in equity
Statutory assignment
Other factors affecting all types of assignments
Assignment of liabilities
Index
PAUL RICHARDS
law of contract
Law of Contract is popular with students for its concise, clear and up-to-date explanation of
the main principles of contract law. The author presents the law in a readable and accessible
form by setting out the general principles of the subject with reference to the leading and
most recent cases.
5> KEY FEATURES
■
students to gain a sound understanding of the main concepts.
■
most relevant cases, and consider the principles of the law in action.
■
analytical skills.
ì>
■
Goods to Consumers Regulations
manufacturers and retailers.
■
revised and simplified.
■
account the Court of Appeal decision in Clegg v Ollie Andersson It/a Nordic Marine}.
■
Finance Ltd. v Hudson], liability for breach of warranty of authority [Nimmo v Habton Farms!,
exemption clauses [Fe Ida roll Foundry pic v Hermes Leasing {London} Ltd], contributory
negligence [Standard Chartered Bank v Pakistan National Shipping Corporation!, and
restitutionary damages for breach of contract [Experience Hendrix LLC
■
■
updates to the book and links to useful online legal resources. The companion website may be
found at www.pearsoned.co.uk/fsls.
Paul Richards is Head of the Department of Law, University of Huddersfield. He has many
years' experience as a lecturer in contract, land law and trusts, and is an examiner and
moderator for various bodies.
About this series
Longman's established Foundation Studies in Law Series prides itself on its clarity of content, engaging
case summaries and reference to contemporary issues. With coverage ideally suited to undergraduate
and graduate diploma law students, and a wealth of learning support, these texts do more for students
of law.
Other titles currently available in this series: Constitutional and Administrative Law
of the European Union |
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