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Contract law basics

Guidance for businesses on the basics of contract law

This guidance is for England and Wales

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Introduction
The background to contract law
1. Forming a contract
The stages involved in the creation of a contract
2. Types of contracts
Contract law differs depending on whether you are selling to consumers or other businesses
3. Terms and conditions
The importance of terms and conditions for contracts
4. When things go wrong
Resolving problems with a contract
Legislation
The laws featured in this guide