Category: Contract Law

Discharge

Discharge of the Contract A contract can be discharged by: Performance Where both parties perform exactly and precisely the full…

Duress & Related Matters

Duress, Undue Influence and Unconscionable Bargains Duress to the person – common law Duress is available as a defence where…

Misrepresentation

Misrepresentation A misrepresentation is a false statement of fact which induces the representee to enter a contract. Where a statement…

Exemption Clauses

Exemption clauses and unfair terms in consumer contracts Exemption clauses take two main forms: 1.      The first question the courts…

Terms of the Contract

Terms of the Contract Term and Representations Where the parties are involved in pre-contractual negotiations numerous statements may be made….

Consideration

Consideration In order to be entitled to enforce a promise a promisee must have given something in return for the…

Contract Law – Intention to create Legal Relations

Intention to be legally bound Where an agreement is of a social nature (e.g. friends) or domestic nature (e.g. husband…

Contract Law – Certainty….of Terms

Certainty of Terms An agreement which is incomplete or vague lacks certainty and is not enforceable, and the law of…

Contract Law – Formation

Formation Formation of Contract The question requires a discussion of the law with regard to offer an acceptance. For a…

Contract Law – Compact Notes

ALL IN ONE CONTRACT LAW REVISION NOTES FOR FREE CONTRACT REVISION OFFER An expression of willingness to enter into a…