Contract Law For Dummies

Contract Law For Dummies by Scott J. Burnham, published by John Wiley & Sons on December 6, 2011, is a comprehensive guide designed to simplify the complexities of contract law. This edition spans 384 pages and is presented in English. The book is tailored for students and professionals alike, providing essential insights into the foundational legal rules governing voluntary agreements in both personal and business contexts.
Readers will find clear explanations of key concepts such as contract formation, defenses, and performance, along with practical information that aids in the interpretation of cases and statutes. This resource is particularly beneficial for those enrolled in contracts courses or working in fields that require a solid understanding of contract law. By demystifying legal terminology and offering straightforward guidance, Contract Law For Dummies serves as a valuable supplement for both introductory and advanced studies in the subject.
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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 gives you plain-English explanations of confusing terminology and aids in the reading and analysis of cases and statutes.
Contract Law For Dummies gives you coverage of everything you need to know to score your highest in a typical contracts course. You’ll get coverage of 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.
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