Richards, Paul, 1951-

Law of contract / Paul Richards. - 9th ed. - New York : Pearson Longman, 2009. - xl, 562 p. 25cm.

Includes index.

The evolution and definition of the modern contract -- The fact of a greement -- Consideration -- Intention to create legal relations -- Cap acity -- Formalities -- The terms of the contract -- Exemption clauses -- Misrepresentation -- Mistake -- Duress, undue influence and inequali ty of bargaining power -- Illegality -- Discharge by performance and br each -- Discharge by agreement -- Discharge by frustration -- The commo n law remedy of damages -- Equitable remedies and limitation of actions -- Quasi-contract and the law of restitution -- Privity of contract -- Agency -- Assignment of contractual rights -- Glossary.

9781405899079 (pbk.)


Contracts-- England.
Contracts-- Wales.

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