Contract Law Directions 3rd Edition

Author: Richard Taylor; Damian Taylor
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780199597208
Published In: March 2011
Format: Paperback
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Combines an informal style with engaging learning features and plenty of headings to make this an ideal text for those new to the study of contract law
The use of examples to illustrate key concepts engages students by relating theory to real life experience and encourages a grounded understanding of contract law
Problem and essay questions are provided at the end of every chapter with suggested answers on the website. These encourage students to test and reinforce their own learning and provide guidance on how to tackle a question and structure a reasoned and balanced answer
Topics are not presented in isolation but are set in the wider context of contract law as a whole to encourage an integrated appreciation of the law and the ability to connect ideas
Diagrams and flowcharts, presented in a fresh colour design, provide visual representations of key concepts

New to this edition

Thoroughly revised and updated to reflect all key recent developments and ensure an even better fit to courses, including further explanation of certain topics such as common mistake
The authors have introduced 'case close-up' boxes throughout to highlight the significant facts and issues of particularly key cases

Contract Law Directions is written in an informal and engaging style with an emphasis on explaining the key topics covered on contract law courses with clarity. No previous knowledge is assumed, making this the ideal text for those encountering contract law for the first time. Logically structured in four parts and designed to match closely the content of undergraduate contract law courses, this book provides clear coverage of all the main topics likely to be encountered by undergraduate law students.

Topics are illustrated using examples and cases that relate to real life experiences, to provide students with a grounded understanding of contract law. Useful features such as diagrams and flowcharts are presented in a fresh colour design and the many headings guide the reader's progress through the subject.

The third edition has been fully revised and updated to include all recent developments in case law and legislation. It also features 'case close-up' boxes in each chapter, to highlight the significant facts and issues of particularly key cases.

Online Resource Centre

An Online Resource Centre accompanies the book, providing a testbank of multiple choice questions, for lecturers to use with their students; updates to the law; guidance on answering the end of chapter questions; glossary; diagrams from the book; and useful web links.

Readership: Contract Law Directions is suitable for LLB students studying for modules in contract law, particularly those who would like a more accessible text. It is also suitable for GDL/CPE students, and for any other student who requires an understanding of contract law.

1: Introduction
Part One: Creation of obligations
2: Agreement
3: Certainty and the intention to create legal relations
4: Consideration and estoppel
Part Two: Contents and Borders
5: Positive terms
6: Exemption clauses
7: Misrepresentation
Part Three: Defects
8: Mistake
9: Duress, undue influence and unconscionable bargains
Part Four: Finishing and enforcing obligations
10: Frustration
11: Damages
12: Specific remedies
13: Privity and the interests of third parties

Richard Taylor, Professor of Law, Lancashire Law School, University of Central Lancashire, and Damian Taylor, Solicitor, MA (Oxon) BCL

Richard Taylor is Professor of English Law at the University of Central Lancashire where he was Head of Department from 1990-2005. He has written books and articles on the law of contract, copyright, criminal law, and criminal justice and is an editor of Blackstone's Criminal Practice. He was a member of the Law Panel for both the 1996 and the 2001 Research Assessment Exercises and is an external member of the Academic Quality Council of the College of Law.

Damian Taylor is a graduate of Exeter College, Oxford and now practises as a solicitor in one of London's leading law firms..