The University of Law Publishing Limited Foundations of Law - Contract Law

The Foundations of Law Series is aimed at postgraduate level readers studying areas of law for the first time. Whilst introducing the framework of key legal concepts, it also gives the reader an opportunity to identify and explore areas of critical interest. Contract provides a thorough, up to date and practical review of contract law, looking in particular at the formation and variation of contracts; the express and implied terms of contracts; the remedies available when contract terms are breached; the various ways in which a contract may be terminated; and issues which may arise leading up to the formation and variation of contracts, e.g. misrepresentation. The textbook also gives some practical advice on how to approach advising clients in certain situations. This book is part of a series of 7 textbooks that have been specially designed to cover academic law for students converting to law. Published and updated regularly, these user-friendly study manuals are designed to help you successfully acquire knowledge and understanding of the foundational law of England & Wales. They provide solid knowledge and understanding of fundamental legal principles and rules, while bringing the law and practice to life with example scenarios based on realistic client problems. For students at The University of Law, the textbooks are used alongside other learning resources to prepare students not only for achievement of an academic qualification, but also for a future life in professional legal practice. The legal principles and rules contained within this textbook are stated as at 1 May 2024.