Master agreement formation and enforcement
173
Sub Topics
455
MCQs
215
MCOs
369
True/False
216
Fill Blanks
75
Rearrange
187
Matching
112
Comprehensions
175
Flashcard Decks
Curriculum
What You'll Learn
01 Introduction to Contract Law 4 topics
1 Historical Development of Contract Law
- From Ancient Legal Systems to Modern Contract Law
- Evolution of Contract Theory
2 Sources of Contract Law
- Common Law
- Statutory Law (UCC and Other Statutes)
- International Treaties and Conventions
3 Contract Law in Different Legal Systems
- Common Law Jurisdictions
- Civil Law Jurisdictions
- Islamic Law and Contracts
- Mixed Legal Systems
4 Economic and Social Functions of Contracts
- Facilitation of Exchange
- Risk Allocation
- Planning and Predictability
02 Contract Formation 5 topics
1 Elements of a Valid Contract
- Offer
- Acceptance
- Consideration
- Intention to Create Legal Relations
- Certainty and Completeness
2 The Offer
- Definition and Requirements
- Distinguishing Offers from Invitations to Treat
- Termination of Offers
- Revocation, Rejection, and Lapse
3 Acceptance
- Communication of Acceptance
- Methods of Acceptance
- The Mailbox Rule
- Acceptance with Modifications
4 Consideration
- Definition and Requirements
- Adequacy vs. Sufficiency
- Past Consideration
- Promissory Estoppel
5 Intention to Create Legal Relations
- Commercial Agreements
- Domestic and Social Agreements
- Presumptions and Their Rebuttal
03 Capacity and Consent 2 topics
1 Contractual Capacity
- Minors and Contracts
- Mental Incapacity
- Intoxication
- Corporate Capacity
2 Vitiating Factors
- Mistake
- Misrepresentation
- Duress and Undue Influence
- Unconscionability
04 Contract Terms and Interpretation 5 topics
1 Express Terms
- Oral and Written Terms
- Incorporation of Terms
- Signature and Notice Requirements
2 Implied Terms
- Terms Implied by Law
- Terms Implied by Custom
- Terms Implied by Course of Dealing
- Terms Implied by Fact
3 Classification of Terms
- Conditions
- Warranties
- Innominate Terms
4 Exclusion and Limitation Clauses
- Construction and Interpretation
- Statutory Controls
- Reasonableness Tests
5 Interpretation of Contracts
- Principles of Interpretation
- Parol Evidence Rule
- Contra Proferentem
- Contextual Interpretation
05 Electronic Contracts 4 topics
1 Formation of Electronic Contracts
- Click-wrap Agreements
- Browse-wrap Agreements
- Shrink-wrap Agreements
2 Electronic Signatures
- Legal Recognition
- Types of Electronic Signatures
- Authentication and Security
3 Jurisdictional Issues in Electronic Contracting
- Determining Applicable Law
- Cross-border Electronic Contracts
4 Smart Contracts
- Legal Status and Enforceability
- Blockchain Technology and Contracts
- Automated Execution and Performance
06 Performance and Breach 4 topics
1 Contract Performance
- Time for Performance
- Standards of Performance
- Substantial Performance
- Perfect Tender Rule
2 Discharge by Performance
- Complete Performance
- Substantial Performance
- Acceptance of Defective Performance
3 Breach of Contract
- Material vs. Minor Breach
- Anticipatory Breach
- Actual Breach
4 Consequences of Breach
- Right to Damages
- Right to Terminate
- Specific Performance
- Injunction
07 Defenses and Excuses for Non-Performance 5 topics
1 Illegality and Public Policy
- Statutory Illegality
- Common Law Illegality
- Effects of Illegality
2 Frustration and Impossibility
- Doctrine of Frustration
- Commercial Impracticability
- Force Majeure Clauses
3 Discharge by Agreement
- Mutual Rescission
- Accord and Satisfaction
- Novation
- Release
4 Statutes of Limitations
- Time Periods
- Tolling Provisions
- Discovery Rule
5 Laches and Estoppel
- Equitable Defenses
- Requirements for Application
- Effects on Contract Enforcement
08 Remedies for Breach of Contract 5 topics
1 Compensatory Damages
- Expectation Damages
- Reliance Damages
- Restitution
- Consequential Damages
2 Limitations on Damages
- Foreseeability (Hadley v. Baxendale)
- Mitigation of Damages
- Certainty Requirement
- Avoidability
3 Liquidated Damages and Penalties
- Valid Liquidated Damages Clauses
- Penalty Clauses
- Enforcement Considerations
4 Equitable Remedies
- Specific Performance
- Injunction
- Reformation
- Rescission
5 Restitutionary Remedies
- Quantum Meruit
- Unjust Enrichment
- Constructive Trusts
09 Third Party Rights and Privity 4 topics
1 Doctrine of Privity
- Traditional Rule
- Modern Developments
- Statutory Reforms
2 Exceptions to Privity
- Agency Relationships
- Trusts
- Assignment
- Third-Party Beneficiaries
3 Assignment and Delegation
- Rights vs. Duties
- Restrictions on Assignment
- Requirements for Valid Assignment
- Delegation of Duties
4 Third-Party Beneficiaries
- Intended vs. Incidental Beneficiaries
- Vesting of Rights
- Remedies Available
10 Specialized Contracts 5 topics
1 Sale of Goods
- Formation under UCC
- Warranties
- Performance and Breach
- Remedies
2 Service Contracts
- Professional Services
- Construction Contracts
- Employment Contracts
3 Consumer Contracts
- Statutory Protections
- Unfair Terms
- Cooling-off Periods
- Information Requirements
4 Real Estate Contracts
- Sale of Land
- Leases
- Mortgages
- Specific Performance
5 Insurance Contracts
- Good Faith and Disclosure
- Interpretation of Policies
- Claims Processes
- Regulatory Framework
11 International Aspects of Contract Law 4 topics
1 Choice of Law
- Express Choice
- Implied Choice
- Absence of Choice
2 International Sales Contracts
- CISG (Vienna Convention)
- UNIDROIT Principles
- Incoterms
3 International Dispute Resolution
- Jurisdiction Clauses
- Arbitration Agreements
- Enforcement of Foreign Judgments
4 Conflict of Laws
- Characterization
- Connecting Factors
- Public Policy Exceptions
12 Contemporary Issues in Contract Law 4 topics
1 Digital Contracts and Technology
- Artificial Intelligence and Contract Formation
- Automated Contract Management
- Legal Challenges of New Technologies
2 Sustainability and ESG in Contracts
- Green Clauses
- Social Responsibility Provisions
- Corporate Governance Requirements
3 Contract Law and Public Health Emergencies
- Force Majeure and Pandemic Clauses
- Government Intervention
- Business Continuity Provisions
4 Contract Ethics
- Good Faith Negotiation
- Contractual Social Responsibility
- Ethical Limits of Freedom of Contract
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