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Contract Law For Dummies

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Contract Law For Dummies by Scott J. Burnham provides a straightforward and accessible introduction to the principles and nuances of contract law. The book breaks down complex legal concepts into clear explanations, covering topics such as forming contracts, enforcing agreements, and understanding legal terminology. It's an invaluable resource for students, professionals, or anyone interested in grasping the fundamentals of contract law.
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If you have an interest in demystifying legal jargon and understanding the essentials of contractual agreements with clarity and simplicity, this book may appeal to you. It offers practical insights into contract law, making it a valuable resource for students, professionals, or anyone keen on grasping the fundamentals without feeling overwhelmed.

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Take the mumbo jumbo out of contract law and ace your contracts course Contract law deals with the promises and agreements that law will enforce. Understanding contract law is vital for all aspiring lawyers and paralegals, and contracts courses are foundational courses within all law schools.

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Take the mumbo jumbo out of contract law and ace your contracts course

Contract law deals with the promises and agreements that law will enforce. Understanding contract law is vital for all aspiring lawyers and paralegals, and contracts courses are foundational courses within all law schools. Contract Law For Dummies tracks to a typical contracts course and assists you in understanding the foundational legal rules controlling voluntary agreements people enter into while conducting their personal and business affairs. Suitable as a supplement to introductory and advanced courses in contract law, Contract Law For Dummies provides plain-English explanations of confusing terminology and aids in the reading and analysis of cases and statutes.

Contract Law For Dummies gives you comprehensive coverage of everything you need to know to score your highest in a typical contracts course. You'll learn about contract formation; contract defenses; contract theory and legality; agreement, consideration, restitution, and promissory estoppel; fraud and remedies; performance and breach; electronic contracts and signatures; and much more.

  • Tracks to a typical contracts course
  • Plain-English explanations demystify intimidating information
  • Clear, practical information helps you interpret and understand cases and statutes

If you're enrolled in a contracts course or work in a profession that requires you to be up-to-speed on the subject, Contract Law For Dummies has you covered.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118092736

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 December 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 499g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Scott J. Burnham is the Curley Professor of Commercial Law at Gonzaga University School of Law. For 30 years he has taught Contracts at law schools internationally and throughout the U.S. He is also a prolific writer on legal topics and a consultant on contract drafting for numerous businesses.

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