Rules of Contract Law (AQA A-Level Law): Flashcards
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Contract definition
Contract definition
Legally binding agreement between two parties
3 essential elements for valid contract
3 essential elements for valid contract
Intention, offer & acceptance, consideration
Breach of contract
Breach of contract
Failure to fulfil obligations under agreement
Express terms
Express terms
Terms explicitly stated by the parties
Implied terms
Implied terms
Terms not stated but presumed to form part of agreement
Conditions vs Warranties
Conditions vs Warranties
Conditions: terminate+damages. Warranties: damages only
Void vs Voidable contract
Void vs Voidable contract
Void: never valid. Voidable: can be set aside
Discharge by performance
Discharge by performance
Both parties successfully complete obligations
Damages
Damages
Monetary payment to compensate injured party
Specific performance
Specific performance
Court order requiring party to carry out obligations
