Any false representation made by one person to another, with the object and result of inducing him to enter into a contract or transaction with the representor, or otherwise to alter his position to his prejudice, may be the subject of a claim for damages at the instance of the latter person.The fourth edition of this legal classic takes into account the considerable judicial and legislative activity both in the UK and overseas, since the last edition was published in 1974, and provides thorough analysis of this area as well as supplying conclusive material to back claims.This new edition:* Covers fraudulent, innocent and negligent misrepresentations and misrepresentations made actionable by statute* Sets out in full the law and practice of bringing an action for misrepresentation* Also deals with the remedies and defences available* Provides substantial coverage of key decisions and legislative activity in both the UK and Commonwealth jurisdictions* In-depth treatment of the Hedley Byrne principles and cases including Smith New Court Securities

In English law, an actionable misrepresentation is a false statement of fact made during pre-contractual negotiations made by one party which induces the other party to enter into a contract. First published in 1911, Spencer Bower, Turner & Handley is the most authoritative and comprehensive book available on the topic of actionable misrepresentation. It covers fraudulent, innocent and negligent misrepresentations and misrepresentations made actionable by statute and sets out in full the law and practice of bringing an action for misrepresentation. It also deals with the remedies and defences available, providing substantial coverage of key decisions in both the UK and Commonwealth jurisdictions. This edition takes into account the considerable judicial and legislative activity in actionable misrepresentations, both in the UK and overseas since 1974, and provides analysis of this area as well as supplying conclusive material to back claims.

The most authoritative and comprehensive book available on the limitations imposed by the doctrine of Res Judicata. Part One deals with res judicata estoppel in its three forms: cause of action estoppel, issue estoppel and the binding force of a judgment when it is the foundation of a new action. The application of these principles in specific areas of the law and the plea of autrefois acquit in criminal cases are then considered. A chapter deals with affirmative answers. Part Two deals with merger in judgment including its application in criminal cases under the plea of autrefois convict. Each Part concludes with a chapter on procedure. The final chapters deal with the extended doctrine of res judicata based on abuse of process and the doctrine of res judicata in Roman law.This edition includes coverage of significant case law including cases from Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore and South Africa. There is also commentary on EU legislation including the Insolvency Regulation (1346/2000) dealing with the jurisdiction and recognition of judgments in insolvency proceedings, Council Regulation No 44/2001 on jurisdiction and the recognition and enforcement of judgments in civil and commercial matters, and Council Regulation No 2201/2003 concerning jurisdiction and the recognition and enforcement of judgments in matrimonial proceedings.

Vitiation of Contracts proposes a new theory to explain the rationale of general vitiating factors in English contract law. It provides a clear link to voluntariness as the foundation of contractual liability and compares the English position, in light of this theory, with the Principles of International Commercial Contracts (PICC), the Principles of European Contract Law (PECL), the Draft Common Frame of Reference (DCFR) and the US Restatement (Second) of Contracts.

MacIntyre’s Business Law is the foremost text for non-law students seeking an understanding of the legal principles that apply to business. Each chapter begins with a clear outline of the topics to be covered, helping you break your learning down into manageable chunks and fully grasp all aspects of the subject. In addition, the text offers key points to guide your learning and tasks to help you apply what you have learned to business situations. Each chapter ends with a series of multiple-choice questions and a selection of in-depth problem questions. A Lecturer’s Guide, made available to lecturers who adopt the book, provides suggested answers to all of the multiple-choice and problem questions.

This book fully explains the role of Misrepresentation in Contract Law. It further expands on the role of Mistake and Non-disclosure in a contractual dispute and formally comments on the general duties of negotiating parties.