Rövid leírás:
The Law of Contract in South Africa, third edition, offers a concise, accessible and rigorous introduction to the general principles of contract law in South Africa. The text presents fundamental principles within a clear and applied framework, and supports independent, enquiring and critical engagement with the subject matter. The third edition introduces a stronger focus on the impact of the Constitution upon contract law, specifically in relation to good faith, equity and public policy in contract, unfair contracts and unfair enforcement of a contract, and contains a substantially reworked chapter on contractual interpretation in light of recent developments.
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Hosszú leírás:
The Law of Contract in South Africa, third edition, offers a concise, accessible and rigorous introduction to the general principles of contract law in South Africa. The text presents fundamental principles within a clear and applied framework, and supports independent, enquiring and critical engagement with the subject matter. The third edition introduces a stronger focus on the impact of the Constitution upon contract law, specifically in relation to good faith, equity and public policy in contract, unfair contracts and unfair enforcement of a contract, and contains a substantially reworked chapter on contractual interpretation in light of recent developments. The Law of Contract in South Africa is suited as core material for courses in contract law, at undergraduate or postgraduate level. It is also a useful resource for practitioners who may wish to engage with foundational and current principles of the field.
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Tartalomjegyzék:
Part 1 – Nature and Basis of Contract
Chapter 1 – Nature and Basis of Contract
Part 2 – Formation of a Contract
Chapter 2 – Offer and acceptance
Chapter 3 – Mistake / Absence of Consensus
Chapter 4 – Improperly Obtained Consensus
Part 3 – General Principles: Requirements of a valid contract
Chapter 5 – Contractual Capacity
Chapter 6 – Formalities
Chapter 7 – Legality
Chapter 8 – Possibility and Certainty
Part 4 – Contents and operation of a Contract
Chapter 9 – Parties to Contracts
Chapter 10 – Obligations and Terms
Chapter 11 – Interpretation of Contracts
Part 5 – Breach of Contract
Chapter 12 – Forms of Breach
Chapter 13 – Remedies for Breach
Part 6 – Transfer and Termination of Rights and Obligations
Chapter 14 – Cession
Chapter 15 – Termination of Obligations
Part 7 – Drafting
Chapter 16 – Drafting of Contracts
Part 8 – The Consumer Protection Act
Chapter 17 – The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008
