Contract Law

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Going in to battle: whose terms apply?

Lucy Savery, January 22 2025

Can you see why this may be a problem? Let me explain what this might look like in practice. Party A sends a purchase order attached with their standard terms. Party B accepts this purchase order and also sends their companies standard terms.

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A Coleslaw Update. No. Case Law Update - Contract

Lucy Savery, January 12 2025

Now that we've said goodbye to 2024, let’s take a quick look at some notable cases last year. Secretary of State for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs v Public and Commercial Services Union [2024] UKSC 41 In the past, many government departments allowed their employees to pay union fees directly from their salaries through a...

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Contract Law - Formation

Lucy Savery, January 6 2025

Do you know in English law there is no formal definition of what constitutes a contract? It could best be described as a legally binding agreement between at least two parties. There are five elements which must be satisfied for there to be a legally binding contract. 1.   Offer.

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Promises, promises - Contractual Consideration

Gordon Sewell, May 10 2024

The notion of reciprocity is the core of contract law and this is the main feature that distinguishes a contract from a deed or a gift. Consider a situation where a person loans a sum of money to a friend, colleague or family member. The parties may informally agree on a repayment plan. If the arrangement is not documented or witnessed there is...

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Workplace Risk Assessment

Gordon Sewell, May 10 2024

“It’s how we’ve always done it”. “Nothing has ever gone wrong” “We just pick up the phone and get it agreed”. “It’s always been a gentleman’s agreement”. On this page, we will help dispel some of the myths in contract law in a way that will assist you in the day to day running of your

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What a breach!

Gordon Sewell, May 10 2024

Are you aware of what a breach of contract is? A breach of contract could be anything from a late payment, to not supplying the goods as originally agreed in the contract. Once a breach is established, there are four classifications that it will fit under: ·         Minor

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Team member number four, show yourself!

Gordon Sewell, May 10 2024

We are super pleased to announce that Sewell Law is growing! Committed to providing the best possible service to clients, Lucy is an exciting addition to the team. She will be on hand working side by side with our solicitors to deliver the best possible outcome for our clients. Throughout the group and individual interviews, Lucy's enthusiasm...

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