Limitation Act 1980: Primary legislation that sets out the time limits within which a claim for breach of contract must be brought. Generally 6 years for contracts.
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs when third parties may enforce terms of a contract to which they are not a direct party.
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Provides for statutory interest on late payments in commercial transactions.
CPR Pre-Action Protocols: Civil Procedure Rules that set out the steps parties should take before commencing legal proceedings.
Practice Direction on Pre-Action Conduct: Specific guidelines on how parties should behave before starting court proceedings, including requirements for pre-action letters.
Pre-Action Protocol for Debt Claims: Specific protocol that applies when businesses claim debt payments from individuals.
Contract Formation Common Law: Body of case law establishing principles for valid contract formation including offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations.
Hadley v Baxendale [1854]: Landmark case establishing principles for remoteness of damage in breach of contract cases.
Golden Victory [2007]: Important case law regarding principles of damage assessment in breach of contract.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation governing consumer contracts and rights, including unfair terms and consumer remedies.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Controls the use of exclusion and limitation clauses in contracts.
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Governs false statements made during contract formation and provides remedies for misrepresentation.
