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Treitel, The Law of Contract

Noel Clarke
6 March 2025

Treitel, The Law of Contract

By Edwin Peel

In construction, the Contract for works or services, is the basis on which agreement is reached between parties for the undertaking of projects. The Contract can define items such as the scope of works, price, the procedure for instruction of changes, claims, and disputes, among many other items.

Having an understanding of Contract Law is essential to professionals in the industry, before, during, and after the formation of the Contract.

I have found this book to be an excellent reference tool. The main content headings are as follows, under which there are various applicable subheadings:

  • Agreement

  • Consideration

  • Contractual Intention

  • Form

  • The Contents of a Contract

  • Exemption Clauses and Unfair Terms

  • Mistake

  • Misrepresentation

  • Duress, Undue influence and Unconscionable Bargains

  • Illegality

  • Capacity

  • Plurality of Parties

  • Third Parties

  • Assignment

  • Agency

  • Performance and Breach

  • Termination for Breach

  • Frustration

  • Damages

  • Specific Remedies

  • Restitution