In India, contracts are governed by the Indian Contract Act, 1872 and as per the said act, it can be both written and oral. The case of Lalman Shukla v Gauri Dutt[1], discusses the validity of a contract in a situation where no acceptance has been made. It explains the provisions of the Indian Contract… Continue reading Lalman Shukla v Gauri Dutt on rules of acceptance of General Offer : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis
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Hadley vs. Baxendale : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis
Hadley v Baxendale[1] is a landmark English caselaw that determines the consequences of loss to one party caused by the negligence of the opposite party in special circumstances. Facts Hadley’s corn millwork came to a halt when his crankshaft broke, and he had to wait for it to be replaced. He had to ship the… Continue reading Hadley vs. Baxendale : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis
Krell vs Henry : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis
The case law of Krell v Henry[1] is one of the landmark cases that led to the foundation of the “Doctrine of Frustration of Contract”. This group of cases were known as the “coronation cases” as they arose from the events of the cancellation of the King’s Coronation ceremony. Facts Plaintiff and Defendant signed a… Continue reading Krell vs Henry : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis
Balfour vs. Balfour : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis
The doctrine of intention to create legal relations was developed in the case of Balfour v Balfour[1]by Lord Justice Atkin. As per this doctrine for any contract to be valid, there should be an intention to enter into a legal relationship by both parties. Facts Mr Balfour, the appellant, used to live with his wife,… Continue reading Balfour vs. Balfour : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis
Mohori Bibee vs. Damodar Ghose : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis
The case of Mohori Bibee vs. Dharmodas Ghose[1] covers a wide scope of minor’s agreements. This case primarily concerns a contract involving a minor or a contract with a minor. In India, an agreement or contract with a minor (a person under the age of 18 or who has not legally reached the age of… Continue reading Mohori Bibee vs. Damodar Ghose : Facts, Issues, Contentions, Judgement & Analysis