Category: Contract Law

  • Understanding of Contract Law

    Table of Contents Introduction Elements of a Legal Contract Scenario Analysis Supporting Facts Conclusion References Introduction The law of contract is a fundamental concept enabling the freedom of individuals in the civilian society to help them structure the mutual relations in various legislative aspects regarding ones goals, preferences, and motives. The contract law establishes the…

  • Contract Law: 1861 Group, LLC v. Wild Oats Markets, Inc.

    Facts: On March 3, when the plaintiff was asked by the defenders to enlarge the operations, the plaintiff disagreed alleging that it could incur expenses if at all it wanted to accommodate the defendants plan of which it was not ready. The defendants promised the plaintiff to help it negotiate with the other Lammert tenants…

  • Contract Law: Rental Property Lease Agreement

    Table of Contents Introduction The Parties of the Agreement and Its Subject Matter The Elements of a Binding Contract Remedies Available to Both Sides Conclusion References Introduction There are several elements that are important for analyzing any legal agreement. Firstly, much attention should be paid to the rights and responsibilities of each side. Secondly, it…

  • Researching the Contract Law

    Table of Contents When an Offer ceases to be Effective The case of Ali Conditions, Warranties and Innominate terms Conditions and Warranties Innominate Terms The Case of Angela References Having knowledge of contract law is quite significant for everyday life as people are prone to enter into contracts more often than not. This report examines…

  • Civil Law Groups: Family Relations, Property, Contracts, and Tort

    In my field of practice as a lawyer, I mainly deal with civil law cases that are heard and determined under statutory laws, which are enacted by Congress, and the state as well as local governments. Examples of cases that I have worked on include divorce, drunken driving, theft, defamation, property damage, breach of contract,…

  • Legal Liability: Tort, Terms of a Contract, or a Statute and Law

    According to Popow, there are three bases for legal liability, which are tort, terms of a contract, or a statute/law. To be more exact, three types of liability exist and are distinguished by their bases: Tort liability Explanation Tort liability presupposes the responsibility for doing any kind of harm to a person. As a rule,…

  • Contract vs. Tort Law in the United States

    In modern society, there are several different legal concepts applicable to various situations. This essay will analyze tort law and contract law and their similarities and differences. To begin with, it is necessary to define both concepts. A tort is an offense that causes damage to society, the state, or a person. Such an offense…

  • The Common Law and the Contract Signing

    Indeed, under the chapter 11 definition, a contract is a promise or set of promises between two agreeing parties. The contract needs to be agreed by both parties, with an exchangeable trade, services, or money as the central focus. In short, a contract needs to have something of value to be exchanged or considered legitimate,…

  • Contract Law: Hamer v. Sidway Case and Court Decision

    Table of Contents Facts Issue Courts Rationale Significance of the Case Facts William E. Story II was given a promise by his uncle to be paid $5,000 which translates to $72, 000 in todays dollars rate under conditions that he refrained from drinking, using tobacco, swearing, and playing cards for money till he was the…

  • Contract Law: A Claim Against the Subaru Dealership

    Table of Contents Introduction Issue Rules Application/Analysis Conclusion References Footnotes Introduction According to Khoury & Yamouni (2010), a contract is a legally binding agreement that intends to formalize an agreement made by two or more parties and is legally enforceable if it contains the elements of a valid legal agreement. In case of a breach,…