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Introduction to Contract Law Course

  • Duration:1 Day
  • Cost:£510 + VAT
  • Ref:ICL

Avoid costly, time-consuming disputes from a methodical approach to commercial contracts

Cost £510.00 Duration 1 day Code ICL

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Who is it for

All managers and anyone involved in buying or selling goods and services or negotiating contracts.

What is it about

Manage risk by putting into place simple effective systems that avoid confusion, and by clearly stating your intentions from the outset.  Determine the point at which contracts are formed and avoid costly, time-consuming litigation. Ensure that your contracts reflect the nature and spirit of your commercial agreements.


Course Overview

  • What is a contract
  • Does it have to be in writing?
  • When and how is a contract formed and on whose terms?
  • What are the terms of the contract?
  • How to avoid entering legally binding commitments unless ready to do so
  • How to ensure the other side is bound
  • What steps can be taken to ensure that your terms and conditions apply to the contract?
  • What are the remedies for breach of contract?
  • How much money can be claimed for breach of contract?
  • Methods of reducing or limiting liability under a contract
  • The effect of the Sale of Goods Act and other legislation on the contract terms
  • The main provisions to be found in standard terms and conditions and worrying clauses to look out for

What will I get out of it?

  • Understanding of when and how a legally binding agreement is created
  • Awareness of your rights and obligations under contracts
  • Approaches to ensure that agreements you make are enforced
  • The confidence to respond effectively when contracts are breached
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