Contract Law


This concept reviews and summarises cases for contract law. It also introduces its basic principles in the context of UK legislation.

Technique Overview

Contract Law

Contract Law Definition

Contract law is the branch that "determines the circumstances in which a promise shall be legally binding on the person making it" (McKendrick, 2010:4).

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Further Reading

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Contract Law references (4 of up to 20) *

  • Baily, P., Farmer, D., Jessop, D. and Jones, D. (2005) Purchasing Principles and Management, 9th ed. FT/Prentice Hall: Harlow.
  • Cavinato, J.L. (1984) Purchasing and Materials Management. West Publishing Company. St. Paul: Minnesota.
  • Ellison, J. and Flamm, A. (2011) The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Public Procurement 2011. Global Legal Group. London
  • Griffiths, M. and Griffiths, I. (2002) Law for Purchasing and Supply. 3rd ed. Financial Times/ Prentice Hall.

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